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Mexican Carnitas Sheet Pan

Sheet pan pork carnitas with roasted vegetables and Mexican spices. Meat and vegetables cook together, finished with toppings and fresh lime.

110
min
4
servings
890
kcal
53.2g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Olive oil3 tbsp
Onion1 large
Garlic6 cloves
Cumin1.5 tsp
Paprika1 tsp
Salt1.5 tsp
Bell pepper2 medium
Zucchini2 medium
Red onion1 medium

Method

1

Pat pork shoulder cubes dry with paper towels. Cut bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into chunks. Mince garlic and quarter the large onion.

2

In a large bowl, combine cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add pork cubes and toss to coat evenly. Stir in 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, quartered onion, and bay leaves.

3

Preheat oven to 325°F. Spread marinated pork and onion on a sheet pan in a single layer. Cover tightly with foil and roast for 45 minutes.

4

Remove foil. Toss bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion chunks with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Scatter vegetables around the pork on the pan.

5

Return to oven uncovered and roast for 40–45 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until pork is tender and vegetables are caramelized and soft.

6

Remove bay leaves. Drizzle with lime juice. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with salsa roja and lime wedges.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories890 kcal
Protein53.2 g
Carbohydrate27 g
Fat63.2 g
Fibre6 g
Sodium1106.4 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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