CARNITAS

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I was looking for a good carnitas recipe and found this at pepperfool.com. I liked that it is easy and the pork and pinto beans cook in one pot. Smells so good while it is simmering. It is a recipe by Nels Peterson.

Provided by RITLOU2

Time 5h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb dried pinto bean (soaked)
3 lbs pork roast
7 cups water
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
4 ounces green chili peppers, chopped (one can)

Steps:

Put all ingredients in a dutch oven. Cover and simmer about 5 hours, or until the roast falls apart and the beans are done. Uncover and cook about 1/2 hour until the desired thickness is achieved. Remove pork and shred.
I used some of the leftover cooking water to make rice to go with the meal. I've also used the leftover cooking water as a base for bean soup. Smashed some of the beans and added some whole to the water. Added more garlic, onions, grated carrots and macaroni. Made a great soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607.4, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 1355.9, Carbohydrate 52.8, Fiber 13.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 67.3