Carnitas
Pork shoulder confited in its own lard until fall-apart tender, then crisped for contrasting textures.
Why It Works
Cooking in fat at a moderate temperature renders connective tissue without drying muscle fibers; the final high-heat crisp via broiler creates the signature crispy-tender contrast.
Key Ingredients
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