Smoky Chipotle Carnitas Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
Smoky Chipotle Carnitas Tacos - A delicious and flavorful Tex-Mex inspired taco recipe that brings the street food experience to your home. Enjoy a blend of smoky chipotle and tender pork in a warm corn tortilla, topped with tangy cilantro lime slaw.
Allergens
Gluten (if using corn tortillas labeled as gluten-free), dairy (cotija cheese)
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder 2 cups orange juice 1 cup chicken broth 4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced 2 tablespoons oregano, dried 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 12 corn tortillas 3 cups cilantro lime slaw 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled 1/4 cup pickled red onions
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine pork shoulder, orange juice, chicken broth, chipotle peppers, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat for about 2 hours until the pork is fork tender and the liquid is reduced to a glaze.
- Remove the pot from the heat and shred the pork using two forks. Set aside.
Chef’s Insight
The key to a perfect carnitas taco is a balance of flavors and textures - the tender pork, tangy slaw, and crunchy tortilla all come together in harmony.
Notes
Adjust the spiciness to your preference by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers.