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Southwestern American · United States

Orange and Ginger Zing Carnitas Tacos with Pickled Radishes and Lime

A zesty orange zest and ginger finish adds a fresh, spicy kick.

102 minutes4 servings
Orange and Ginger Zing Carnitas Tacos with Pickled Radishes and Lime
Photo: Larry Miller · CC BY-SA 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Add orange zest and ginger during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  2. Cook pork in a pot with water until tender, 1.5-2 hours
  3. Shred pork and cook in a skillet until crispy
  4. In a bowl, mix radishes, vinegar, salt, sugar, and lime zest
  5. Assemble tacos with pork, cabbage, pickled radishes, and lime juice
  6. Serve warm with tortillas
  7. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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