Traditional Copper Pot Carnitas
Big Poppa’s Copper Pot Carnitas
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Category
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican
Prep Time
3 hours
Cook Time
20 minutes
Welcome to our delicious recipe blog featuring Big Poppa’s Copper Pot Carnitas! This mouthwatering dish combines succulent pork shoulders with zesty flavors, creating a tantalizing feast that’s sure to impress your taste buds. Let’s dive into the steps and create this masterpiece together.
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Ingredients
- 2 tubs of Lard
- 2 or 18 lbs of Pork shoulders (de-boned)
- Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Jalapeño Seasoning
- 3 oranges
- 16 oz Coca Cola
- 25 oz Chef Merito Fajita Marinade
Directions
Preparation:
- Begin by ensuring your copper pot is clean and ready for use.
- Slice the pork shoulders into quarters.
- Season the pork with a generous amount of Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Jalapeño Seasoning.
Heating the Lard:
- Place your copper pot on the stove and add the 2 tubs of lard.
- Heat the lard to a temperature of 250 – 275 degrees Fahrenheit (about 121 – 135 degrees Celsius). This should take around 10 minutes to achieve.
Cooking the Pork:
- Carefully place the seasoned pork quarters into the hot lard. Ensure that no children are around while handling the hot oil.
- Allow the pork to cook for approximately 2 hours at 275 degrees Fahrenheit. Stir the pork every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
Monitoring and Flavoring:
- During the cooking process, keep an eye on the lard’s temperature to ensure it doesn’t become too hot.
- After around 2 hours of cooking, use a meat probe to check the internal temperature of the pork. You’re aiming for a temperature between 170-190 degrees Fahrenheit (77-88 degrees Celsius).
Adding Flavors:
- Squeeze the juice of the 3 oranges into the lard, infusing the dish with a delightful citrusy aroma.
- Add the peel of 1 orange into the lard to enhance the orange essence.
- Pour in 16 ounces of Coca Cola, which will contribute sweetness and depth to the dish.
- Incorporate the 25 oz bottle of Chef Merito’s Fajita Marinade, which will infuse the carnitas with rich and savory flavors.
Finishing Touches:
- Allow the carnitas to continue cooking until they reach a temperature of 212 degrees Fahrenheit (100 degrees Celsius). This ensures the meat is fully cooked and tender.
Shredding and Serving:
- Once the carnitas are cooked to perfection, carefully remove them from the hot oil using tongs.
- Place the cooked pork on a cutting board and use forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
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