Carnitas Filling Recipe

Directions

Ingredients :

1 pound boneless pork shoulder

1 clove garlic, crushed

1 onion, cut into 4 wedges

1 carrot, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces

1 celery, cut into 1 inch pieces

1 tomato, chopped

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon cumin

¼ teaspoon dried oregano

¼ teaspoon pepper

1 bay leaf

Methods :

Step 1

Place pork, garlic, onion, carrot, celery, and tomato in a saucepan. Season with chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, pepper, and bay leaf; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer until pork is tender, about two hours. Cool and shred. Use in tacos or tamales.