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Carnitas Rice Bowl

Slow-braised, crisped pork over rice and beans with pickled onion and a squeeze of lime.

★ 4.9 64 min 4 servings Medium
Carnitas Rice Bowl
64minutes
4servings
4.9rating / 5
Mediumskill level
Method
01

Step 1

Season the carnitas rice bowl well and bring it to room temperature while you prep the aromatics.

02

Step 2

Build the base: cook the onion, garlic, and spices until fragrant and softened.

03

Step 3

Add the carnitas rice bowl and cook through, letting it take on color and absorb the seasoning.

04

Step 4

Rest briefly, adjust salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.

Tip from the test kitchen

Read the whole method before you start and get your prep done first. Taste as you go -- salt and acid are levers you pull throughout, not just at the end.