Carnitas Taco

The carnitas taco is a very generous dish that can last in the fridge for days. It is made with pork meat and is very popular in the tourist areas of Guatemala. Therefore, it is an excellent choice for a delicious appetizer.

It is a delicious traditional recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation.

The simple and flavorful ingredients of this dish make it a popular choice in the country's tourist areas.

Carnitas Taco

Appetizers
1 hour
fried
4 Servings

Ingredients

1 kilogram of Pork lard

1 kilogram of Pork meat (tail)

2 teaspoons of Salt

½ teaspoon of Pepper (ground black)

1 cup of Chile arbol sauce

Preparation

Step 1 : Melt the lard in a large deep pan over medium heat.

Step 2 : Add chopped pork tail, salt, and pepper, and sauté until the pork pieces soften.

Step 3 : Cook over low heat for about 1 hour, being careful not to make the meat crispy. Remove the pork pieces and let cool aside.

Step 4 : Shred the meat with a fork. Remove any remaining fat residue. Put the meat in a medium saucepan and add the chile arbol sauce.

Step 5 : Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 6 : Serve the carnitas with a toasted corn tortilla.

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