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Budget-Friendly Carnitas Recipe

Serves: 6-8

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs. pork shoulder (often one of the cheapest cuts)
• 1 tbsp salt – pantry item
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 cup orange juice (or 2 oranges, juiced
• 1 cup of water
• 1 cup of lard
• ¼ of dark soda
• 1 lime in halves

Instructions:

• Prepare the Meat: Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and season with salt.
• Slow Cook: Place lard. pork, onion, garlic, orange juice, lime, and water in a slow cooker or large pot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until fork tender.
• Add dark soda and let it cook for an additional 30 minutes.
• Shred & Crisp: Remove pork, shred with forks, and place on a dish.
• affordable toppings like onions, cilantro, and lime.

Budget Tips:

• Buy in Bulk – Pork shoulder is cheaper per pound in larger cuts.
• Stretch It – Use leftovers for tacos, burritos, or nachos throughout the week.
• DIY Tortillas – Making tortillas at home saves money and tastes amazing!

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