Beer-Braised Carnitas

Dairy Free
Health score
36%
Beer-Braised Carnitas
120 min.
6
415kcal

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Introducing a delightful dish that promises to elevate your meal experience: Beer-Braised Carnitas! This savory recipe is perfect for those who seek a rich, hearty meal without any dairy products. Whether you're planning a cozy dinner at home or lunch with friends, this main course is sure to impress and satisfy.

With tender, succulent pieces of pork shoulder, slowly cooked in a flavorful blend of spices, garlic, and the added depth of lager, your taste buds will dance with delight. The simple yet effective combination of dried chiles and kosher salt elevates the dish, providing a perfect balance of savory and slightly smoky flavors. The result is perfectly shredded pork that can be served in a variety of ways, from tacos to hearty bowls.

This dish not only packs a punch in flavor but also caters to various dietary needs. Ready in just 120 minutes and serving up to six people, it is an ideal option for gatherings, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. With an impressive caloric breakdown boasting 71.93% of calories coming from protein, you can enjoy a fulfilling meal while maintaining a balanced diet.

So, gather your ingredients, fire up your pot, and prepare to wow your guests with these flavorful Beer-Braised Carnitas that are bound to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove crushed
  •  guajillo chiles* dried
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 12 ounce lager (such as Modelo Especial or Budweiser)
  • pounds pork shoulder boneless skinless cut into 2" pieces (Boston butt)

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Toast chiles in a dry large heavy pot overmedium heat until slightly puffed and lightlydarkened on both sides, about 2 minutes.
  2. Remove from pot; let cool. Stem chiles andhalve lengthwise; discard seeds.
  3. Bring chiles, pork, beer, garlic, salt,and 1 cup water to a boil in same pot.Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirringoccasionally, until pork is fork-tender,60-80 minutes.
  4. Uncover pork; simmer until liquidevaporates and pork begins to brown,20-25 minutes. Continue to cook, stirringfrequently and scraping bottom of pot,until pork is shredded and browned,10-15 minutes.
  5. Add 1 cup water to pork; cook, scrapingup browned bits from bottom of pot, forabout 1 minute. DO AHEAD: Carnitas can bemade 3 days ahead.
  6. Let cool. Cover andchill. Reheat with 1/2 cup water in a coveredpot, adding more water if needed to keeppork moist.

Nutrition Facts

Calories415kcal
Protein71.93%
Fat24.41%
Carbs3.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.75
Glycemic Load
1
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
33.566521680873%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.22mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.46mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.05mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:415.18kcal
20.76%
Fat:10.36g
15.94%
Saturated Fat:3.26g
20.37%
Carbohydrates:3.49g
1.16%
Net Carbohydrates:3.11g
1.13%
Sugar:0.5g
0.55%
Cholesterol:181.44mg
60.48%
Sodium:1717.28mg
74.66%
Alcohol:2.21g
100%
Alcohol %:0.77%
100%
Protein:68.67g
137.34%
Vitamin B3:29.44mg
147.21%
Vitamin B1:1.96mg
130.55%
Selenium:78.69µg
112.41%
Vitamin B6:2.24mg
112.18%
Vitamin B2:1.44mg
84.5%
Phosphorus:705.34mg
70.53%
Vitamin B12:2.64µg
44.04%
Zinc:5.94mg
39.61%
Potassium:1188.52mg
33.96%
Vitamin B5:3.02mg
30.16%
Magnesium:83.59mg
20.9%
Iron:2.82mg
15.67%
Copper:0.24mg
12.12%
Vitamin A:309.21IU
6.18%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.69%
Calcium:28.54mg
2.85%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.87%
Fiber:0.38g
1.51%
Vitamin K:1.3µg
1.23%
Vitamin C:0.99mg
1.2%
Folate:4.06µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious