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Low carb Pork Carnitas with Grilled Avocados Farm to …

WebFeb 24, 2024 · Illustrated Step by Step: Step #1: Cut 3-4 lb pork butt into bite-size pieces. Step #2: Remove pork from pot & caramelize chopped …

1. Zest an orange and then squeeze the juice from the orange. Add them together in a bowl and set aside
2. In a large Dutch oven (or heavy-bottomed pot), heat 2 Tbsp lard over medium-high. Add some of the cut up meat in a single layer to cover the bottom of the pot, being careful not to crowd. Cook first layer of meat until browned, turning with tongs to brown all sides. When that layer of meat is browned, remove to a plate and add the next layer of meat and cook it until browned and then remove to the plate. Rinse and repeat until all meat is browned.
3. When meat is browned and removed to a plate, add the onion and garlic to the Dutch oven pot. Cook until onions are translucent and caramelized, about 5 minutes or so, stirring occasionally. Return meat to pot.
4. Add the reserved orange zest and juice and the next 6 ingredients to the Dutch oven (through the chile pepper). Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and cover. Simmer for 2 hours.

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