Crispy Carnitas Tacos Recipe

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Crispy Carnitas Tacos
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Directions:

  1. In large pot, cover pork with water. Add seasonings and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours or until meat is very tender and begins to fall apart. Remove meat from liquid and coarsely shred pork discarding any fat.
  2. Quickly dip corn tortillas in hot oil just long enough to soften. Place 1 to 2 T of shredded carnitas across the center of softened tortilla. Fold tortilla over and secure with metal clip or with toothpicks. Repeat process until all tacos have been prepared.
  3. Heat 3/4 inch of oil in a heavy swallow skillet 370 degrees. Place 2 to 3 tacos in oil. Brown on one side and turn over and repeat on the other. Remove taco to absorbent paper and remove clip or toothpicks. Separate shell slightly and insert shredded lettuce, tomato, and top with cheese.
  4. Serve immediately with refried beans, rice, and table condiments of your choice.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 484.47 Kcal (2028 kJ)
Calories from fat 338.73 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 37.64g 58%
Cholesterol 90.13mg 30%
Sodium 3875.8mg 161%
Potassium 595.78mg 13%
Total Carbs 8.13g 3%
Sugars 1.75g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2.02g 8%
Protein 28.4g 57%
Vitamin C 16.1mg 27%
Vitamin A 2mg 67%
Iron 2.5mg 14%
Calcium 39.9mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 225.15 Kcal (943 kJ)
Calories from fat 157.42 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.49g 58%
Cholesterol 41.89mg 30%
Sodium 1801.23mg 161%
Potassium 276.88mg 13%
Total Carbs 3.78g 3%
Sugars 0.81g 7%
Dietary Fiber 0.94g 8%
Protein 13.2g 57%
Vitamin C 7.5mg 27%
Vitamin A 0.9mg 67%
Iron 1.2mg 14%
Calcium 18.6mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 12.4
    Points
  • 13
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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