Southwestern Recipes
Caramelized Carnitas
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon tequila
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 green onion with green top, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place pork cubes in single layer in 10 inch skillet. Top with remaining ingredients except green onion. Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
- Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the water has evaporated and the pork is slightly caramelized - about 35 minutes.
- Sprinkle with green onion and serve with wooden picks.