Check out the recipe: www.allrecipes.com/Recipe/239786/Crispy-Pork-Carnitas/

@spinningchurro

4 жыл бұрын

Chef John I just made this dish and it was incredible! Thank you.

@sandragrascastellanos9971

3 жыл бұрын

@@spinningchurro yytr(

@sallycole8880

3 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT

@TheNizoubizou

3 жыл бұрын

can i replace pork shoulder with beef gulasch ?

@craigthrelkeld5335

2 жыл бұрын

I can't eat fish or chicken. (Allergies) Thanks for posting pork recipes Chef.

I find is better to be eating dinner when I watch Food Wishes. Dont watch it at midnight. Never ever watch at midnight.

@olesyalegere9202

5 жыл бұрын

It's 1:08 a.m

@balasmj

5 жыл бұрын

Watching Chef Johnvs videos gives me the munchies 😄😄

@veedee4860

4 жыл бұрын

Gremlin

@samshepherd1100

4 жыл бұрын

Maria Garcia agreed

@blackmamba820

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha right

People that can't eat pork, there are NO substitutes, so use it anyway.

@ziab8713

9 жыл бұрын

you mean you can't do chicken carnitas? how about tofu?.....sorry had to do that.

@user-eb4vs6si1n

9 жыл бұрын

peter Budagher why did you comment if you weren't going to read what he said

@sambarker6141

9 жыл бұрын

Oh you're gonna get hate for that Chef John haha

@trooperpompeu

9 жыл бұрын

Mad people don't eat pork!

@StefanRachev

9 жыл бұрын

I am sure, it will be great with beef... But pork it is!!! I would add a glass of red wine as well...

Holy hell. Just made this. It. Was. AMAZING. I didn't know I could make something that delicious. Thanks Chef John!

@trumpisatruepatriot3431

3 жыл бұрын

Making it my next day off. I already make a good one, but this one seems off the charts.

I made this yesterday for a block party for around 25 people. Of course, I needed larger cut and started out with 20 pounder. Followed the recipe exactly upping the ingrediants to match the size. It was fantastic and everyone complimented me on the cook. And, there were no leftovers!

I went to my favorite Mexican restaurant, where I order the same few things every time. One day, I asked if they recommend anything new to me. So, I tried the carnitas and they blew my mind. That led me to this channel and now I cook all the time. Thank you Cabrera's and Chef John.

Every morning before work, I stand in front of my mirror and say, "I'm the jefe of my carnitas."

@armandomex1980

3 жыл бұрын

TVE REAL CARNITAS ARE COOK IN LARD, TODAY I MADE CARNITAS. If you need the recipe let me know.

@inmyopinion6836

2 жыл бұрын

TOO frikin' funny dude !

This was the one that started it all for me... I made this about 4 yearsish ago, and now have probably made about two dozen CJ recipes.. This is still one of the most delicious things I can whip together. Thanks CJ!

Oh my goodness this is the most delicious thing ever. I can’t believe how awesome it tastes! I used one blood orange and one pink grapefruit cos that’s all I had on hand and I added sliced onions and garlic to the pork as well. After it cooked for 3 hours I tasted it and it felt like it needed more tang so I squeezed a whole lemon over it and then broiled it for 5-7 mins. Meanwhile I reduced the sauce on the stove to concentrate the flavour more. Wow. Just wow. So delicious. I can’t wait for my family to try it tonight.

Just made this recipe exactly as you described. Instead of using the carnitas in a taco, I instead used the meat along with black beans, chopped sweet onion and salsa in a Chipotle sized burrito. I forgot to get cilantro when I went shopping, and even without it, the burrito was totally delicious. Pork has become my favorite meat over the last few years. Thanks Chef John.

Wow wow wow! I've always wanted to learn to make these and at 69 I finally did it (with your awesome help!). You can't buy these in Montana, but now I can make all I want. Thank you so much! They came out even better than the restaurant versions.

Made these last week, and combined them with some peppers and onions cooked in the oven. Wow...awesome dish. Thanks for the recipe!

I've made this recipe maybe 10 times now. I've adjusted the spices ever so slightly to fit my liking.. every time I make tacos for people they say that they're the best tacos they've ever had. much thanks 🙌🏻

Amazingly delicious. I put a bunch of bacon grease on top and braised it. Melted in my mouth, thanks! You have no idea how great you make me look at dinner parties!

I made this and it came out great. I couldn't find 5 spice but it still couldn't have came out better.The smell of the orange, cumin, and cinnamon together is unique and I loved it.

@rpaz9684

5 жыл бұрын

Sylvia Amoretta in Ecuador they have a similar recipe. Same principal to cut meat into cubes but cooked in a pot as if poaching. The fat is all trimmed and heated in a bit of oil to get the pork fat. The top portion of pork with some meat is minced similar to crackling idea. Once the pork is no longer pink, then drain it, then fried into the pork fat oil combo. It can be served with white hominy. Also in South America they use pickled onions, big pieces of dried corn, looks like a bigger version of popcorn and has same taste but when roasted or fired in same pork fat it does toast but not expanded like popcorn. As for the water it was simmering in, some people take a bit of it with water and some pork fat to cook rice. Variations. Hopefully you get chance and enjoy!

@inmyopinion6836

2 жыл бұрын

Use a dash of allspice powder with the cinnamon . It is deep background " je ne sais quoi" . People ask "Hmmm , there is more , what is that ?"

Chef John, I LOVE your fire roasted salsa! I usually cook my Carnitas in a crock pot, but I can't wait to try this. After all, you are the "yes I can" of my Jaques Pepin. Thank you for all of your great videos!

Just made this...ridiculously good. A couple of deviations from the original recipe: I added diced poblano and (seeded) serrano peppers with the cubed pork, and let the seasoned meat sit in the fridge for two days before roasting. I also reduced all the cooking juices along with the fat into a glaze before basting the roasted pork, then broiling. As always...great recipe John :-)

@jeffsartadventure3634

6 жыл бұрын

dvaoa ,that sounds great! Might have to try it your way,thank you!

@metubeslave

10 ай бұрын

It looks like you need to make another video...

love it chef john you bloody legend

Amazing recipe. Everyone in my family loves it. I love the fact that prep takes 20mins and I can just pop it in the oven while watching tv or whatever! Thanks chef John.

I can't believe it's been almost ten years since i followed this recipe. It came out amazing. I'm planning on making it this week, along with some roasted salsa. Thanks John

I just made your Mojo Pork recipe last weekend, and then shredded that by hand, and have fried it on a baking steel on the grill 2 nights in a row. Absolutely delicious. It's like cooking hash browns with garlic citrus marinated pork.

i made these for dinner yesterday, really delicious. not only is the meat super flavorful (i never cooked such a savory meal with cinnamon before, i was very surprised at how good those flavors compliment each other!) but as mentioned in the video it's really the consistency puts the dish over the top. unfortunately i had no tacos at home so i served the carnitas with crispy potato wedges and a salad which was also very yummy and suiting. everyone loved it, thanks so much as always for the great recipe!

Chef, it's 1:14 AM, and you made me starving!!! But thank you for sharing this amazing delicious looking meal!

Just made this for my wife and I. We are on Covid 19 lock down in Beautiful RI. Used stuff we had, to avoid going to the grocery store. Country style boneless pork ribs, had all the dry and wet ingredients. Served with hot nan bread , salsa verde and a little habanero and lime hot sauce. Fantastic, can’t stop eating it. Really looking forward to getting back together with friends and family and making Carnitas Orange for them.🌮🌮🍡

We made these with the salsa shown at the end of the video on some homemade flour tortillas. They were fantastic! Everything came out just as it was supposed to. Anyone watching this should give them a try. Thanks Chef John!

Made this yesterday, as well as the fire-roasted salsa. OH MY GOD! Blew my mind how good it was and we got so many compliments from our guests! This is a keeper! Thank you Chef John. I only use your recipes now. There is no going back. You're the man!

I made these, almost to exact specifications, and it was, need I say, Amazing! Great food make! :)

Now, this is a great one! Thank you John; love your voice and sense of humour! and your recipes of course;

I've made this recipe (technique) about 6 times now. Thank you chef john. Seriously. These 'little meats' make the best quesadillas or tacos I've ever had, and in my home. Thank you.

yummy- i have made this 3 times now! thank you

"I don't even know if there's heaven in heaven".... my man, I am here with you.

Just finished my first try at this recipe! So easy and it was absolutely delicious!!!

Definitely my favorite chef ever... that looks amazing! !

I made this yesterday and we ate them with cilantro lime rice and OMG, so good.

“I don’t even know is there’s heaven in heaven.. Love some Chef John!

I do this basic recipe. Except instead of braising in the oven for 3.5 hours I do it in the instapot for 1 hour (plus release time so more like an hour and 20 mins). Then do the same thing he did under the broiler. It’s amazing.

I just found your channel today and I'm watching it like it's Sunday football. I can't get enough of your recipes.

*L♥VE this with RICE!* ~ very delicious meal

first of all… I love chef john and all his videos. He is an amazing chef and his videos help me to be a better cook. with that being said…does it bug anyone else that he pronounces "salsa" "salza"?

Made this dish today for the second time and once again a real winner. The orange peels were really good as a condiment. Excellent recipe and video as always Chef John.

"...and if you want , which you do..." lol ! Never change Chef John!

The way i do it, is pretty much to let the meat marinate overnight, before cooking the meat in lard. As you said, totally immersed. But more in a confit style. And when it's cooked and completely fork tender, i'll roast it quickly to crisp it up. It's freaking amazing.

@inmyopinion6836

2 жыл бұрын

YES ! I marinate in salt , MEXICAN Coca-Cola and a pinch of allspice . Try that ! (no orange yet)Too bitter .

I thought I was a failure at cooking until I made this. So so good and so easy, even I couldn't mess it up. Thank you!!

Thanks for simplifying the cooking process. The authentic way is waaay more complicated. But yours achieves the same authentic taste, flavors and finish! YUmmY!!

I con't tell you how long I've been waiting for this one, CJ! Thanks so very much.

I bet that orange flavoring is fantastic with the pork!!

@kenishinobi666

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah they usually use orange peel, orange juice, and some lime juice for traditional carnitas.

@inmyopinion6836

2 жыл бұрын

Use bitter orange , if you can find it , and Mexican Coca-Cola !

@pamelamorris3148

2 жыл бұрын

@@inmyopinion6836 i use orange rind, fresh squeezed orange, & regular coca cola or RC.

@inmyopinion6836

2 жыл бұрын

Use the WHOLE orange halves , They are SOOooo good to eat too .

@inmyopinion6836

2 жыл бұрын

@@pamelamorris3148 The Mexican Coca Cola has Cane sugar where the local Coke has corn sweetener . I can tell the difference .

We cook it a bit different with different spices nd we let marinate over night nd fry it the next day we eat with green or sweet fried plantains on the side with salad etc

Oh man, I just made these tonight, spiced them almost exactly the same way you did, and they turned out perfectly. My first time making carnitas and these were delish. Thank you!

Not a pork person and have very picky eaters in my family. I made this recipe, surprisingly everybody loved it. 5-spice is the key ingredient, thnx Chef John!

Muy fantastic El Hefe Juan, Que Bueno Mang !

@alejandranavarro315

7 жыл бұрын

BigMeat Sunday Ha, ha, ha, almost, you must say Jefe. "Fantástico chef Juan! Muy buenas carnitas!" (they are too dry and we eat them with chile jalapeño and bigger handmade tortillas, but still). 😀

this guy is amazing

@xXdarkdekuXx

8 жыл бұрын

chef john is the man!

@DOUGALUS

7 жыл бұрын

thy_savior n

My grandma used to cook carnitas at home, in mexico the best are from Michoacán, she used pork, 2 complete oranges, tomillo, laurel y mejorana, a condensed milk a can, and bought 30 litres, of «manteca»at the butcher , pork fat, guess its called lard, grom a mexican butcher,not hydrolased, not from the supermarket, it took all day long, I like it with green salsa and a lot of cilantro and onnion, like «con jardín por favor» I love your channel!!!

Can’t say thank you enough we have made many of your creations and can’t think of one we didn’t like. Thanks for taking the time to help some of us out! Cheers and Merry Christmas.

I trap wild boar (invasive introduced speices) sometimes. Sounds like another great recipe. Thanks.

@drzaius844

3 жыл бұрын

I thought wild boar was super lean. No?

@fegolem

3 жыл бұрын

@@drzaius844 It is lean. Not much intramuscular fat. But it will still have some under the skin and along the edges of a muscle group. Certainly, less fat than farm raised pigs.

I prefer "you are the mamacitas of your carnitas"

@ivanatorx2

6 жыл бұрын

jc4jax YESSS!!!

@hansgrueber8169

5 жыл бұрын

"you are the Sandinista of your carnitas"

@MrPhatdizzle

4 жыл бұрын

Omg xD

@EnriqueJay1998

4 жыл бұрын

Hans Grueber wrong country...

Incredibly flavorful and oh soooo tender. My kids were over the moon with this recipe. I added a little Ancho Chilli powder, and some Cayenne too. Topped the tacos with salsa, fresh cilantro, lime and a little Sriracha. Wow! Great meal.

I made this with slightly different spices, but followed the remainder of the recipe exactly. And. It. ROCKS! I also found that leaving the garlic cloves whole (and peeled) leaves them tender and seriously delicious for smooshing into the tacos. Or anything else that garlic makes better. THUMBS UP CHEF JOHN!

"You are the jefe of your carnitas" 😂 made my day

When my uncle makes carnitas for one of our big parties he uses a giant copper cazo with lard, and seasons the meat and adds orange juice and coca cola😋they turn out so crispy yet tender and juicy🤤 omg with some mexican rice and spicy 🌶mole sauce😝 Since he cooks it outdoors the whole neighborhood be smelling bomb🤣

@lisa_and_christian

2 жыл бұрын

Can I come for your next neighborhood bbq??!!

@karmentrnovsek9084

8 ай бұрын

Hello. I would like to try your uncles recipe. Could you share two informations with me? Does he covers the meat while cooking in lard, and second for how Long does the meat cooks in lard? Is the meat cuted into cubes? Thank you for your help.

Carnitas can be as subjective no as how you like your eggs, and this recipe was a home run for my pallet. I’m fond of northern Chinese five Spice and the cinnamon and orange with the Pork was a great complement to it and gave the whole dish continental twist. Made on a weeknight and substituted 30 minutes of pressure cooker for the 3 hour braise, then gave it the broiler treatment for crispy Maillard goodness. Next going to adapt this to lime/coriander/oregano/thyme. Thank you chef John for excellent techniques and tips- learn something new every time!

I made this tonight, I didn't care for the seasoning but everything else was awesome. Crispy yet tender. Definitely will be my go to method when making these

Chef John should do a Halloween special with food :)

This is legen...wait for it... Dary!!

@curlywonders

9 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but I'm lactose intolerant.

@Onedayilbeok

9 жыл бұрын

curlywonders your parents wrapped you in cotton wool growing up I presume!

@vickyvonstein2331

9 жыл бұрын

No, I can't tolerate lactose either.

@curlywonders

9 жыл бұрын

Onedayilbeok you presume wrong my friend. I have a rare condition that makes me sweat strands of wool out of my pores.

@yaytennis

9 жыл бұрын

curlywonders i dont think thats healthy

I made this last night. It was amazing. I topped mine with shredded cabbage to cut the richness a little. Wunderbar!

we made some of this last night along with his fire roasted salsa and it was AMAZING.. and for dessert I made some fresh berry fools... omg... they were absolutely heaven!! thank you John, my family loves you now lol

Anyone else see the irony in using kosher salt on Pork?

@CorrosionX4

9 жыл бұрын

I wrap my halal merguez sausages in bacon.

@FreakshowKatt08

9 жыл бұрын

it's a good quality salt.....

@TommieDuhWeirdo

9 жыл бұрын

Kate Baldwin Do you not know what kosher is?

@FreakshowKatt08

9 жыл бұрын

Tom L yes I'm aware of kosher and the stipulations of those who live kosher. however people tend to ask silly questions like "what salt should I use?" Kosher salt can generally be found in most supermarkets across the globe...

@alexanderrechsteiner7606

9 жыл бұрын

Merima Smajic There is no irony in that at all. "Kosher salt" simply refers to larger grained salt. It doesn't get it's name because it is kosher itself, but because it is used to make meat kosher. Almost all salt, including ordinary table salt, is "kosher" in its original sense. Source: Wikipedia

Serves one...

Just had this, cooked to perfection following these instructions. Thanks Chef!

Chef John! You always, I mean each n every time I watch a recipe of yours, make me smile, chuckle, laugh. Thanks for being so easy on the ears while sharing amazing recipes. Big fan :)

For anyone looking to double the recipe for family use, make sure you adjust your cooking time as well, or split the portions into two pans. I made the mistake of doubling the pork amount and cooking in one big pan and I didn't adjust the cooking time accordingly, so my pork was undercooked and rubbery. Make sure to learn from those of us who have gone before you! Don't make the same mistake I did.

Woah, a Food Wishes recipe without cayenne? Are you feeling okay?

@babygirl4u2nv826

5 жыл бұрын

Same!!

@brent89

5 жыл бұрын

The cayenne is implied.

@dillonkelly4092

5 жыл бұрын

livewyr90 I put cayenne in mine

@oceandrew

5 жыл бұрын

The chinese allspice he used is really a covert cayenne delivery vehicle.

I made this to share with my three roommates. One of them is so fussy she buys the best fillet steak and cooks it till well beyond well done as she won't eat anything with fat on it. Well this was a smash hit with all and all couldn`t get enough of that pork. The fussiest one whom i just referred to was so amazed at how little fat it appeared to her. I didn`t tell her it's only because i trimmed it off, cooked the pork in it and drizzled over several times. Amazing dish. Thank you Chef John once again.

outrageously straight forward demonstration for how to achieve this result in the kitchen. i use this cut of meat more often than i actually would like and often butterfly it out, marinate & grill for quesadillas, tostadas & the occasional taco. i only recently have come into a situation where a full kitchen is at my avail, and this seems like a mission from god! i'm certain that carnitas, rice & bean burritos are available on the menu up there in heaven. positive.

I'm really curious about the Chinese 5 spice, but I'm sure it goes really well with the orange. And now I'm wondering if they actually have tacos in heaven.

@samlowrey63

3 жыл бұрын

If you get there, and they don't.......you aren't in Heaven! ;-)

@drewpeterson9236

3 жыл бұрын

I went to a local “Asian spice market” and they didn’t have it. I was very surprised and disappointed. Guess I’ll have to order it online.

@a.p1675

2 жыл бұрын

@@drewpeterson9236 just make it by your self....u have the recipe on youtube ;)

I say out loud "I am the jefe of my carnitas", as I grab my lovehandles.

every time I watch your recipes I need to go to the fridge and eat something... absolutely gorgeous!

Made this last night, delicious. A new favorite.

why do you upload so late chef john?! I always get hungry before bed

@fuckY0couch420

9 жыл бұрын

11pm is still early for internet dwellers

@17hmr243

9 жыл бұрын

agreed but mite be his off peak time on his net plan? just a thought

@vickyvonstein2331

9 жыл бұрын

I'm in Australia and it's dinner time. Thanks Papa John.

@Nerflover10097

9 жыл бұрын

Well, he's gotta film it, edit it, render it, and upload it. That takes quite a bit of time.

@FreakshowKatt08

9 жыл бұрын

because youtube takes forever to process and upload videos. For all we know he starts the upload process at noon!

Made it for me and some friends and it was insanely good. So good that one of my friends even drank the cooking liquid XD

Thanks for the recipe! I made this for my roommates aunt from mexico and she was so impressed! and its so delicious im going to make this regularly now!

Thanks chef john! I've got to try this! Looks absolutely amazing!

Every time I watch one of these videos at work, I gets so hungry and end up licking my computer screen. my coworkers thinks I'm high.

@alexnelson8

5 жыл бұрын

Claude Pierre are you saying you’re not high?

@ALMAGNZLZ80

4 жыл бұрын

Well...this comment made my day.

this guy would make a great voice actor

I have done it submerged in lard with a bit of water and limes, delicious but you can get it tender and flavorful by slow cooking. This channel is great!

I made this tonight and Wow!!!!! Absolutely amazing!!!!! My husband loved it!!! Thanks!!!

Does anyone else read the title of the new videos with Chef John's voice in your head?

@christophermarti9534

6 жыл бұрын

rogerwilco71 I do that too

@jimedwards6598

6 жыл бұрын

rogerwilco71 :

@durtdigler8551

6 жыл бұрын

rogerwilco71 his manner of speach is killin me smalls

@xanatunes1

5 жыл бұрын

I'm about to click out of here. His voice inflections are strange indeed. How did he get so many subs I'll never know.

@scotthull2141

5 жыл бұрын

😂

it sounds so funny when you say Kosher salt on pork. funny in a sacrilegious way. lol

@schmatever

8 жыл бұрын

+Armando Piña totally agree....

@vaiyt

8 жыл бұрын

+Armando Piña Chefs like using kosher salt on everything because it doesn't get all stuck to your fingers when you pinch it.

@SiggiNebel

8 жыл бұрын

But maybe it could convince old Jahwe that he should not consider it as an abomination unto him.

@schmatever

8 жыл бұрын

SiggiNebel so insulting....

@vaiyt

8 жыл бұрын

schmatever insultingly delicious

Made this tonight and it was great and the smell that filled my home was awesome.

I've used this recipe twice now and the pork turns out perfect and delicious every time. Thanks Chef John for an amazing recipe:)

"Add 5 spice" *confused grunt in mexican*

@korrythatsme1356

4 жыл бұрын

Dminor Wolfy 😂😂😂

@callocam

4 жыл бұрын

@Amy Shakalis I've made it also, and it's amazing. Maybe better with, but shrug lol

@buddlebj

4 жыл бұрын

Instead of 5 spice, use Sazon Goya, (achiote). Annatto adds the color you're trying to achieve plus nutty, earthy, spicy mexican flavor. It comes in paste or powder.

@Treebeard2436

3 жыл бұрын

Your intonation is so odd to me.

@AZ-ts1qy

3 жыл бұрын

beside the sheshuan pepper in the 5 spices the othersd are used in mexico i think

THE CRISPIFICATION LOL

Made this last night and all I can say is Simply Amazing! If there is pork in heaven I'm sure it tastes like this!

Wow, the flavor combinations are very wonderful, the best Carnitas I have ever had, paired up with the Bacorn recipe, absolutely great flavors, everyone should try this extremely easy recipe

Oh for crying out loud ADOPT ME, Chef John... 🙋

lol jefe of your carnitas is a chef movie reference

Fantastic recipe. It came out sooooo good. Was pretty easy too. Didn't have all the spices Chef John used but had most of them. The orange peel and juice worked out really well. So maybe it isn't strictly traditional... but it sure is good.

I’ve made them with literally only salt oranges garlic cloves. Tastes amazing. You don’t have to fancy up this dish. It’s delicious however you make it. The greasier the better!

I'm shocked that you didn't use cayenne in this...

I have to say. I love chef johns channel. Made these delicious. Made a bunch of other stuff also awesome. Prime rib and turkey recipes are always a huge hit. Keep on keepin on.

Made this (with the sweet tomato salsa) yesterday. Absolutely delicious! It was excruciating having to wait 3 and a half hours, but it was worth it.