Caramelized Carnitas

Name: Caramelized Carnitas
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork shoulder, bonless (cut into 1-inch cubes); 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed; 1 tablespoon tequila; 1 tablespoon molasses; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup water; 1 green onion, sliced, both green and white parts

9 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs pork shoulder, bonless (cut into 1-inch cubes)
2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon tequila
1 tablespoon molasses
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup water
1 green onion, sliced, both green and white parts

Directions

1

Place pork cubes in single layer in 10-inch skillet.
2

Top with remaining ingredients except green onion.
3

Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
4

Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally until the water has evaproated and the pork is slightly caramelized, about 35 minutes.
5

Sprinkle with green onion and serve with wooden picks.