Carnitas
Ingredients
- 1 pork butt, whatever size you prefer
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- olive oil
Instructions
- Heavily season your pork butt with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Don't be shy.
- In a large pan, heat up your olive oil and brown the sides of the pork and get a good sear.
- Add pork to a large baking dish and coat with more olive oil.
- Cover with foil and bake at 250-275 for about 4-5 hours until the bone comes out clean and the meat is fork tender.
- Shred and serve on corn tortillas with diced onions, cilantro, and salsa verde. You can also crisp up the pork in a skillet to add some more charred flavor and crunch before serving.
Notes
The perfect addition to your Taco Tuesday rotation!
