Carnitas Burritos Dinner

Carnitas Burritos
Refried Beans
Spanish Rice
Shredded Salad Toppings

The trick to making tender carnitas is to cook is slowly all day.


Ingredients:

• 3-4 pounds of pork carnitas or small pork roast
• 1 chopped onion
• 1 clove chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of pepper
• 1 teaspoon of chili powder
• 4 whole fresh green chilis
• Burrito sized tortillas
• 1 can of refried beans (or make your own if you have time)
• 1 cup of rice
• 1 can of Rotel tomatoes (or plain diced tomatoes if you prefer less spicy)

Toppings:

• Shredded iceberg lettuce
• Chopped tomatoes
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Diced avocado
• Sour cream or homemade yogurt

In the morning:

1. Place the pork, the chopped onion, and chopped garlic in the crockpot. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
2. Place the whole fresh green chilis on top. Do not cut them open.
3. Cook on LOW 8 hours.

30 minutes before dinner:

1. Bring one cup of water and 1 can of Rotel tomatoes to a boil in a saucepan. Add 1 cup of rice. Lower heat to simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
2. Take the pork out of the crockpot and place the chilis to the side on a plate.
3. Shred the pork with a knife and fork. Cover and keep warm.
4. Warm the refried beans in the microwave.
5. Set the table.
6. Place the toppings and tortillas on the table.
7. Allow everyone to make their own burritos with the ingredients of their choice.