Gluten-Free Carnitas Burrito
Savor the rich, slow-cooked flavors of this Gluten-Free Carnitas Burrito, a perfect fusion of tender, citrus-infused pork and vibrant, fresh toppings. This recipe transforms a traditional carnitas burrito into a gluten-free delight, featuring juicy pork shoulder seasoned with a smoky blend of cumin, oregano, and pepper, then oven-braised to perfection in zesty orange and lime juices. Nestled in soft, gluten-free flour tortillas, the shredded pork is paired with fluffy rice, hearty black beans, crisp lettuce, diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a full-flavored, wholesome meal. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a low-and-slow cooking method, this dish is ideal for family dinners or meal prepping. Bursting with bold Mexican-inspired ingredients and naturally gluten-free, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite that delivers on both taste and dietary needs!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 4 large Gluten-free flour tortillas
- 2 cups Cooked rice
- 1 cup Canned black beans
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 whole Avocado
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and dried oregano.
Rub the spice mixture all over the pork chunks to season thoroughly.
In a large oven-safe pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add pork to the pot and sear on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove the pot from heat and add orange juice and lime juice.
Cover the pot with a lid or foil and transfer to the preheated oven.
Cook for about 3 hours until the pork is tender and pulls apart easily with a fork.
Remove the pork from the oven and shred it using two forks.
Heat gluten-free tortillas according to package instructions or in a warm skillet.
Assemble each burrito by layering pulled carnitas, cooked rice, and black beans on each tortilla.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, slices of avocado, and fresh cilantro.
Wrap each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides to encase fillings.
Serve immediately and enjoy your gluten-free carnitas burrito.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3777 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.5 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 7298 mg | 317% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.8 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.7 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 255.5 g | 511% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 605 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 25.8 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 6029 mg | 128% | |
*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.
