Carnitas Filling

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless pork shoulder
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 onion, cut into 4 wedges
  • 1 carrot, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 celery, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bay leaf

Directions

Place pork, garlic, onion, carrot, celery, and tomato in a saucepan. Season with chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, pepper, and bay leaf; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer until pork is tender, about two hours. Cool and shred. Use in tacos or tamales.

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