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Ingredients

  • onion
  • orange juice (26%)
  • lime juice (7%)
  • jalapeño chili (7%)
  • garlic
  • safflower oil
  • salt
  • brown sugar
  • corn starch
  • ancho chili
  • cumin (0.5%)
  • black pepper
  • bay leaf

Nutrition: Per 100g

  • Energy (kJ) 315
  • Energy (kcal) 75.2
  • Total Fat 2.1
  • (of which saturates) 0.1
  • Carbohydrates 12.8
  • (of which sugars) 7.7
  • Protein 1.2
  • Salt 1

FAQs

What kind of meat should I use?

Pork shoulder is the best cut for carnitas—it's fatty, tender, and shreds beautifully after slow cooking. You can also try it with chicken thighs or jackfruit for a lighter or plant-based version.

How long does it take to make?

Prep time is about 15 minutes

How many servings does one kit make?

One kit typically makes enough for 2 -3 hearty tacos!

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