Instant Pot Carnitas
Instant Pot Carnitas is the perfect thing to make ahead: juicy, spiced pork is ready to be served alongside rice, on top of tortillas, or piled on top of bread for a hearty sandwich.
Ingredients
- 3lb. skinless, boneless pork shoulder, cut into 2" pieces
- 1 1/2c. orange juice
- 2tsp. ancho chili powder
- 1large onion, quartered
- 3jalapeños, halved lengthwise
- 6cloves garlic
- 2tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1tsp. ground cumin
- 1cinnamon stick
- 1Tbsp. dried oregano
- 1/2tsp. ground cloves
- 2 1/2tsp. kosher salt
- Tortillas, for serving
- Sour cream, for serving
- Thinly sliced cabbage, for serving
- Pickled red onion, for serving
- Hot sauce, for serving
Directions
Place pork, orange juice, chili powder, onion, jalapeños, garlic, and seasonings into Instant Pot. Toss with your hands until well combined.
Seal lid and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
Follow manufacturer's guide for quick release, making sure to wait until cycle is complete before, unlocking and removing lid. Using a slotted spoon, transfer pork to a large bowl. Remove jalapeños and spices and discard.
Shred meat with two forks. Transfer to a sheet tray and pour ¾ cup cooking liquid over meat and toss to combine. Broil until crisp and deeply browned in spots.
Serve with tortillas, sour cream, thinly sliced cabbage, pickled red onion, and hot sauce.
Source: https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a30142746/instant-pot-pork-carnitas-recipe/