Savory Sous Vide Pork Carnitas Recipe

Whip up pork carnitas tacos, a delicious burrito, nachos or whatever kind of plate you can think of. The sky’s the limit with these savory sous vide carnitas — they’re perfect for nearly any menu. Cook them up in the background with your sous vide and have them ready to serve in a moment’s notice. 

Step 1. In a vacuum bag combine pork butt, bacon fat, onion halves, orange halves, garlic, bay leaves and cinnamon stick; seal bag shut.

Step 2. Prepare your sous vide machine and water bath to 165°F with a 14 to 24-hour timer. Add sealed bag with pork butt.

Step 3. Once cooked, remove pork butt and shred meat. Add to cast-iron skillet over medium heat with butter, salt and pepper, stirring until well-combined. Remove from heat.

Step 4. Toast tortillas in remaining fat. For service, add meat to tortillas and serve immediately.