Slow-Roasted Chipotle Pork

6 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried chipotle powder
  • 1 pork shoulder (about 3 1/2 lbs.)
  • 24 small corn tortillas
  • 2 limes
  • 14 cup minced fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. 1
    In a small bowl mix together the kosher salt and chipotle powder and rub it into the pork, being sure to cover the entire surface of the meat with the mixture.
  2. 2
    Put the pork in a clay roaster or other deep roasting pan with a lid, place the covered roaster in the oven, and turn the heat to 274 degrees.
  3. 3
    (if you are using a clay roaster, do not preheat the oven.)
  4. 4
    cook until the pork falls apart when you press it with the back of a fork, 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
  5. 5
    Remove the pork from the oven and let rest, covered, for 15 minutes.
  6. 6
    Heat the tortillas on a medium-hot griddle, turning them frequently, until they are warmed through and soft.
  7. 7
    Wrap them in a tea towel and place them in a basket.
  8. 8
    Transfer the pork to a large serving platter and use two forks to pull it into chunks.
  9. 9
    Add the lime wedges to the platter, place the cilantro in a small serving bowl, and serve immediately with the tortillas on the side.

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