Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Trim excess fat from a 2-pound pork shoulder and cut it into 1–2 inch cubes. Generously season the pork with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano.
- Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and add a drizzle of oil. Once hot, brown the seasoned pork cubes for about 3–4 minutes on each side.
- After browning, add one diced onion and three minced garlic cloves to the pot. Stir them into the pork.
- Pour in 1 cup of orange juice and 1/4 cup of fresh lime juice, followed by 1 cup of chicken broth. Add in 1–2 bay leaves.
- Seal the Instant Pot lid and set it to cook on high pressure for 35 minutes. Allow a 10-minute natural release.
- Remove the pork chunks from the Instant Pot and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Preheat your oven broiler to high. Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 5–7 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Warm some tortillas and fill each with the crispy carnitas, then top with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a squeeze of lime.
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Notes
These tacos are quick and easy to prepare, and can be adapted with various toppings.