Mouthwatering and slightly spicy, this carnitas recipe will delight your senses! A classic of Mexican cuisine, this original recipe for carnitas coated in green sauce is a great option for special occasions.
8 tomatillos, cut into quarters, for the green sauce
1/4 onions, for the green sauce
5 serrano chiles, for the green sauce
1 clove garlic, for the green sauce
1 teaspoon cumin powder, for the green sauce
1 cup chicken broth, for the pork carnitas
1 sprig fresh cilantro, for the green sauce
some onion, finely chopped
some fresh cilantro, for garnish
some corn tortillas, for serving
Preparation
2h
1h 50 mins
Easy
For the green sauce: In a pot, heat lard. Fry tomatillos, onion, serrano chiles, and garlic. Cook until tomatillos change color. Add chicken broth and cilantro. Cook for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat. Cool slightly. Blend and reserve.
For the pork carnitas: In a pot, heat lard. Add meat, orange, evaporated milk, orange juice, aromatic herbs, garlic head, and sea salt. Cook over medium heat for 90 minutes or until the liquid evaporates.
Slightly fry meat until it browns. Strain excess fat. Pour in green sauce and cook for 15 more minutes. Season if needed.
Serve authentic carnitas in green sauce very hot. Garnish with finely chopped onion and cilantro leaves.
Nutritional information
* * Information per 100g serving, percent daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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