Easiest Way to Make Authentic Pork Carnitas Tacos

Mojo Pork Tacos

Pork carnitas—mexican braised and fried pork chunks with their addictively crisp edges—were unfamiliar to me until i tried this recipe.

Recipe Summary Mojo Pork Tacos

Using the pure flavors of cumin, garlic and oregano, you can experience authentic Cuban flavor right at home. Add seasonings and citrus to pork. Massage for 5 minutes and bake. On the table in less than 45 minutes, these succulent Mojo Pork Tacos are the real deal.

Ingredients | Authentic Pork Carnitas Tacos

¼ cup fresh orange juice

2 tablespoons white vinegar

1 tablespoon McCormick® Garlic Powder

1 tablespoon McCormick® Oregano Leaves

2 teaspoons McCormick® Cumin, Ground

1 tablespoon packed brown sugar

1 tablespoon grated orange zest

1 teaspoon salt

1 pound pork tenderloin

12 corn tortillas, warmed

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Mix all ingredients, except pork and tortillas, in small bowl. Pierce pork several times with a fork. Place pork in large resealable plastic bag. Add marinade mixture; turn to coat well. Massage marinade into pork for 5 minutes.

Place pork and marinade in glass baking dish. Cover with foil.

Bake 30 minutes or until desired doneness. Let stand 10 minutes. Cut pork into 3 pieces, then shred. Mix pork with pan juices in baking dish. Serve on warmed tortillas with desired toppings.

Info | Authentic Pork Carnitas Tacos

prep: 10 mins cook: 30 mins total: 40 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 12 tacos

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