Pork Carnitas Pita Pockets

Undoubtedly, the most outstanding method of utilizing your leftover pork roast.  Pork Carnitas Pita Pockets is a dish made by combining Pork Carnitas, which is a Mexican dish made out of heavily marbled cuts of pork that are slowly braised or roasted in long periods of time, yielding a very tender meat, with pita bread.

Pork Carnitas Pita Pockets is a delicious and creative way to use leftover pork roast or freshly made carnitas. This Mexican-inspired dish is made with heavily marbled cuts of pork that are slowly braised or roasted for long periods of time, resulting in a tender and flavorful meat. The word “carnitas” literally means “little meats” and refers to the process of pulling the meat prior to serving.

Traditionally, carnitas is served as an ingredient in tacos, fajitas, burritos, and tamales, often accompanied by a variety of garnishes such as salsa, vegetables, beans, and guacamole. However, carnitas can also be enjoyed on its own, paired with rice or beans.

In this recipe, the carnitas is combined with Asian flavors such as sweet chili and spring onions, creating a unique and delicious dish. The carnitas is stuffed into a pocket pita, making it a perfect and convenient option for a quick and satisfying meal. The end result is truly phenomenal.

Pork Carnitas Pita Pockets

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• Author: Raymund
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Category: Main Course
• Cuisine: Fusion

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Description

Pork Carnitas Pita Pockets is a dish made by combining Pork Carnitas, which is a Mexican dish made out of heavily marbled cuts of pork that are slowly braised or roasted in long periods of time, yielding a very tender meat, with pita bread.

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Ingredients

Pita Pockets

• Roast Pork
• pita pockets or flour tortillas

Sauces and Condiments

• onions, chopped
• spring onions, chopped
• red tomatoes, chopped
• cucumber, sliced
• lettuce
• sweet chilli sauce
• mayonnaise

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Instructions

1. Thinly slice or pull your pork roast then set aside.
2. Prepare and heat the pita pocket or tortillas, fill with pork carnitas, red onions, spring onions, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce, mayonnaise and sweet chilli sauce. Serve.

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