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Easy Carnitas

Having lived in the Bay Area, we enjoyed a plethora of Mexican food. We don't have nearly as many options here in Vancouver, Canada although it is getting better. More authentic Mexican restaurants are popping up. So for awhile, I had to take matters into my own hands. Here is a super easy carnitas recipe for the pressure cooker.
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: mexican, pressure cooker

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork butt/shoulder roast
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 garlic cloves bruised
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1-2 cups of water

Instructions

  • Cut up the roast into 1.5"-2" cubes and put all the ingredients in the liner of the Instant Pot.
  • Close and lock the lid, making sure the sealing knob is on sealing. Pressure cook on high for 45 minutes.
  • Once the cooking is done, you can release the pressure by the quick or natural pressure release.
  • Option 1: Heat up a frying pan and add some oil. Fry the pieces of pork until nicely browned on both sides. Option 2: Spread the meat out on a sheet pan and place under broiler until nicely browned and turn them over and brown the other side.
  • Serve with rice, beans, salsa, guacamole and sour cream. You can also make burritos or tacos.