Carnitas Taco

Directions

1. 1
   In a large saucepan melt lard over moderate heat.
2. 2
   Add pork, salt and pepper and simmer until tender.
3. 3
   Cook about an hour, being careful not to crisp the meat.
4. 4
   Remove pork and set aside until cool.
5. 5
   Shred the meat by hand or with tines of a fork.
6. 6
   Remove and discard any remaining fat.
7. 7
   Transfer to a medium saucepan, add the Arbol salsa and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently.
8. 8
   Serve or assemble within a toasted corn tortilla to make taco.
9. 9
   Carnitas can stay refrigerated for up to five days before assembling within a taco.
10. 10
    Preheat broiler.
11. 11
    Place tomatoes and tomatillos on a baking sheet.
12. 12
    Broil, turning occasionally until charred all over, 10 to 12 minutes.
13. 13
    Transfer to a saucepan.
14. 14
    Add the remaining ingredients.
15. 15
    Bring to a boil and cook until onions are soft, 12 to 15 minutes.
16. 16
    Transfer to a food processor or blender.
17. 17
    Puree and then strain.
18. 18
    Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
19. 19
    Arbol salsa can be stored in the refrigerator 3 to 5 days, or frozen for weeks.