Dinner for 5
Chicharron Prensado
Pork carnitas simmer in a guajillo sauce before filling warm corn tortillas for a savory Mexican meal.
$10.95for 4 servings
$2.74 per serving$10.95 for 4
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Photo: mexicoinmykitchen.com
- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 5servings (the source says 12, which counts pieces)
- $$typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.15 lb | $0.20Typical price |
| Pork roast, shoulder or loin$2.49/lb typical | 1 lb | $2.49Typical price |
| Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | a little | $0.01Typical price |
| Tortillas$0.30 each typical | 12 | $3.60Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $13.68 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 6 guajillo peppers
- 3 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 lb pork carnitas
- 1 tsp knorr chicken or beef bouillon
- salt and pepper to taste (optional)
- 12 corn tortillas
Steps
- Remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo peppers, then simmer them with the water for 8 minutes.
- Blend the softened peppers, garlic, onion, and cooking water until smooth.
- Heat the sauce in a large skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, then season it with bouillon, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the pork carnitas and simmer for 10 minutes, until hot and at least 145 F.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side.
- Fill the tortillas with the saucy pork and serve hot.
Swaps
- Pork roast, shoulder or loin for Beef chuck roast or stew beefabout $4.50/lb more at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Tortillas for Pita or naanabout $0.25/each more at typical prices
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