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Carnitas Easy Shredded Pork Recipe

Craving delicious carnitas tacos but short on time? This recipe uses pre-cooked Trader Joe's Traditional Carnitas for unbelievably fast and flavorful results! Perfect for tacos, tamales, or even a quick weeknight meal. Simply shred the pork, sauté some veggies, and combine – dinner is ready in under an hour! For an extra flavor boost, add some of recipe #15301 (if applicable). Make ahead and freeze for future taco nights!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 41.7 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Carnitas Easy Shredded Pork

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How to Make Carnitas Easy Shredded Pork

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 green bell pepper, chopped. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 1 (14-ounce) package Trader Joe's Traditional Carnitas, shredded.
  5. Heat through for 2-3 minutes, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. For extra flavor, stir in 1/4 cup of recipe #15301 (if applicable).
  7. Serve immediately in your favorite tortillas or use as a filling for tamales. Garnish with sour cream, salsa, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

4g

Carbs

0g

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