Carnitas, AKA “little meats”, is a Mexican dish that originated in the state of Michoacán. Carnitas are made by braising or simmering pork lard until tender, then slightly pulled and crisped. The result is juicy, yet crispy. Carnitas are one of my favorite tacos of all time traditionally served on fresh corn tortillas with cilantro and onions.
Bonus Ranch Water recipe included in this video – Ranch water is a classic Texas cocktail. Making this in a Topo Chico bottle is a fun way to make this drink portable. It’s only 3 ingredients and has been cooling off Cowboys for years. Cheers, y’all!
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These would pair so well with a yoghurt-based dip. Thanks for the inspiration!
Okay so straight up – my grandma makes this all the time and never does all that shit. She does it simple and it’s amazing.
How big is the pot Matt? Amazing! Making this Saturday.
Just found this channel I’m about to buy my first smoker and try to do a brisket
Was waiting for the "I ain't mad at it"
“My gringo taco game.” 😂😂
Proud of the RGV taco shout-outs!!!!!! #meatchurch#rgv
Michoacán is the capital of Carnitas! Obviously there is a super traditional way like you said but still looked good! Any type of carnitas is always good 👍🏽
Kids are watching with me again, 7year old daughter tells me “daddy you HAVE to make this.” Thanks for keeping my kids hungry!
*Ditto on the cilantro
Groceria?? Nope….super garcia
Why Does Cilantro Taste Like Soap to Some People?
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However, some people find cilantro revolting, including, famously, the chef Julia Child. Of course some of this dislike may come down to simple preference, but for those cilantro-haters for whom the plant tastes like soap, the issue is genetic. These people have a variation in a group of olfactory-receptor genes that allows them to strongly perceive the soapy-flavored aldehydes in cilantro leaves.
I’ve just recently got into bbq, and your recipes have made me famous, this one will just be another one of my go to for taco nights.
Missed the Salsa
What if you skipped the frying step? Just preheated the lard in the smoker before adding other ingredients? I feel like if you're going to broil/high heat crisp at the end anyway, maybe it's not crucial?
Finally got my first round of seasoning at my local ace here in Wheaton IL thanks for the great products. I started with holy voodoo holy cow and dia de La fajita.
THANKS for the RGV shout out.
I'd enjoy seeing how you clean everything after, like your dutch oven and flat top.
I have not eaten any carnitas in a long time. Just came across you channel. Will be watching 👍👍
Just did this, son of a b&$@?. Epic
Made this for the fam tonight. Have done carnitas before but slightly different. Big hit with everyone, great recipe!
I never thought of giving carnitas a smoke twist before but I'm going to try it next time I make carnitas
This video gave my wife and I so much anxiety bro, you have to heat up the tortillas and you have to dip them that’s all so they don’t break!!! And your chicken needs to be shredded much finer. You didn’t season your chicken either. 🫣 RIP enchiladas…and “CO-T-HA” cheese 😂😂😂 🤷🏻♂️🤦🏽♂️ You’ve got a lot to learn about enchiladas even your “American” version.
The recipe is on point! 🔥🔥🔥
Can you reuse the Manteca lard if you strain it ?
Thanks for the video Matt! What's a good way to hold these if they get done early or if you need to keep them warm for a large group?
Yum! My man!
Where is the salsa carnal? Ill bring it over
Carnitas in the grocery store used to be cheap scrap meat for a lower price.
Now it's more expensive than a pork shoulder or butt roast.
I wish I had your talent for cooking, because I do love a good taco , but man you got all of the gadgets .
Man, I gotta get me a smoker. I'm officially raccooning this recipe. 🦝
Thanks for sharing 👍
Hey Matt – cheers for a great vid from Melbourne Aust.
What was in the final sauce you used?
Great stuff!!
Brother I love the way you use our Spanish terms while cooking this. You're definitely invited to the next carne asada
What you be a good trade off for the lard for those of us with no access?
Looks delicious
Those are pretty legit tacos.
As a Latino, I definitely approve the recipe and the Mexican Coke to go with it, lol, nice touch! Thanks for sharing these recipes, keep em coming!
Taco Bell does it much better! Just saying!
What knives are those? And where’s the homemade salsa?
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Hey I need to get your merch unfortunately not in Germany❤
Love it Matt, your videos are next level. If a guy can’t get his hands on lard, any recommendations for a substitute?