Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites
Make Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites, a Mexican snack recipe with boneless pork shoulder or loin, lard or vegetable oil, orange juice. It has about 45 min, about 380 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites is a Mexican snack recipe that takes about 45 min, makes 4 servings, has about 380 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonQuick Carnitas Sopes Bites ingredients
- 1 lb boneless pork shoulder or loin
- 2 tbsp lard or vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 8-10 pieces store-bought sopes
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa roja or verde
How to make Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites
- Cut the 1 lb boneless pork shoulder or loin into 1-inch cubes. Season the pork generously with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp ground cumin, tossing to coat evenly.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tbsp lard or vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork cubes and sear them for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are lightly browned on all sides.
- Add 3 peeled garlic cloves, 1/2 cup orange juice, and 1/2 cup water to the pot. Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pork from the pot, reserving any remaining liquid. Shred the pork using two forks or your hands. Return the shredded pork to the pot, increasing the heat to medium-high to allow any remaining liquid to evaporate.
- Continue to cook the pork in the pot for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it develops crispy, caramelized edges. This step is crucial for authentic carnitas texture. Set aside and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, prepare the 8-10 store-bought sopes according to package directions. This typically involves heating them on a comal or non-stick skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side until warmed through and slightly crisp.
- To assemble the sopes bites, spoon a generous amount of the quick carnitas onto each warm sope. Drizzle with 1/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream, then top with 1-2 teaspoons of your favorite salsa roja or verde.
- Garnish each sope bite with a sprinkle of 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese and 2 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro. Serve immediately as a flavorful, customizable snack.
Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites FAQ
How do I make Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites?
Make Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites?
The main ingredients include boneless pork shoulder or loin, lard or vegetable oil, orange juice, water, garlic cloves. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites take?
This recipe takes about 45 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Quick Carnitas Sopes Bites?
Recipe Genius estimates about 380 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.