The Secret to Juicy, Crispy Carnitas (Recipe Inside!)


Hi Reader,

Ready to taste the carnitas that’ll make your kitchen smell like a Mexican taquería? My Tacos La Playita Traditional Carnitas Recipe is here—and it’s everything: juicy, crispy, and bursting with authentic flavor.


Why You’ll Love It:

  • Real Mexican Flavor: Infused with Mexican oregano, bay leaves, and a hint of canela cinnamon.
  • Perfect Texture: Tender inside, golden and crispy outside—just like your favorite taco truck.
  • Easy Hands-Off Cooking: Most of the magic happens while you relax.

This recipe is inspired by one of my earliest dates with my husband—carnitas burritos so good, the juice ran down our wrists! Now, you can bring that same joy home.

Quick Tips:

  • Use pork butt for the juiciest results.
  • Add a splash of orange juice for next-level flavor.
  • No Dutch oven? Use a slow cooker or Instant Pot!

How to Serve:
Pile onto warm corn tortillas, top with onion, cilantro, and lime—or wrap in a burrito, or serve over rice bowls. Leftovers (if you have any!) freeze beautifully.

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