Carnitas Burrito
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of a classic Carnitas Burrito, a hearty Mexican-inspired dish that's bursting with taste and texture. Tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder, seasoned with a vibrant blend of spices like paprika, cumin, and oregano, serves as the star of the show. The juicy pork is paired with fluffy white rice, black beans, and bright toppings including fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, zesty lime juice, and creamy sour cream, all wrapped in a warm, soft flour tortilla. Perfectly satisfying and easy to customize, this recipe is ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or casual gatherings. With its combination of savory pork, bold spices, and colorful toppings, this Carnitas Burrito recipe is sure to become your favorite go-to comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup salsa
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 lime wedges
- 2 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano. Rub this spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.
Place the pork shoulder in a large oven-proof pot or Dutch oven. Add the minced garlic, orange juice, and vegetable oil to the pot.
Cover the pot with a lid or aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for about 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and easy to shred.
Once done, remove the pork from the oven and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat using two forks.
To assemble the burritos, lay a tortilla flat and add a portion of shredded pork, rice, and black beans in the center.
Top with salsa, chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, sliced avocado, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll up tightly to form a burrito.
Repeat with remaining ingredients to make additional burritos. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.9 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 198 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 2199 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.7 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1275 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
