Carnitas - My Fav Taco!

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  • Опубліковано 18 кві 2023
  • Carnitas, AKA "little meats", is a Mexican dish that originated in the state of Michoacán. Carnitas are made by braising or simmering pork lard until tender, then slightly pulled and crisped. The result is juicy, yet crispy. Carnitas are one of my favorite tacos of all time traditionally served on fresh corn tortillas with cilantro and onions.
    Bonus Ranch Water recipe included in this video - Ranch water is a classic Texas cocktail. Making this in a Topo Chico bottle is a fun way to make this drink portable. It's only 3 ingredients and has been cooling off Cowboys for years. Cheers, y'all!
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  • @kikiperaza4707
    @kikiperaza4707 11 місяців тому +47

    As a Mexican, I can tell you, those carnitas look authentic. Keep preaching Matt, love your stuff. Saludos.

    • @gators4592
      @gators4592 11 місяців тому +7

      as not a Mexican, thank you for approving so I can make the authentic way from here lol

    • @86HellCat831
      @86HellCat831 9 місяців тому

      Lol you’re not really Mexican then…

  • @gregvaughntx
    @gregvaughntx Рік тому +4

    They say there's two types of Texans: those who were born here, and those who got here as soon as they could. As a member of the first group, I salute you. I particularly love that you called it "comino". I was in college before I learned that "cumin" meant the same thing as "comino".

  • @CHS0926
    @CHS0926 Рік тому +14

    Matt- these are easily the best tacos I’ve ever made. Made these for my Moms birthday/the Derby yesterday and they were an absolute hit. Can’t thank you enough for these videos. 🤙🏻🤙🏻

  • @recordman555
    @recordman555 11 місяців тому +4

    Whether it's a Mexican restaurant, or a food truck, carnitas is always my go-to Mexican dish! Love your take on this delicious dish!

  • @rockyroad8561
    @rockyroad8561 Рік тому +6

    I’ve just recently got into bbq, and your recipes have made me famous, this one will just be another one of my go to for taco nights.

  • @jackrodosta7971
    @jackrodosta7971 Рік тому +6

    Just made this today, 😊 absolutely fantastic. The only thing I did slightly different was, after I cubed and seasoned, I smoked my pork for 4 hours before I brazed. Wow, awesome recipe. Thanks, Matt.

  • @Keith80027
    @Keith80027 Рік тому

    I love carnitas after growing up in NM in the 50's and 60's. Lots of hispanic moms would cook this for lunch. Love it!

  • @sixmanfootball
    @sixmanfootball Рік тому +8

    Tacos! Another awesome looking taco that I've gotta try for taco Tuesday! Hard to imagine these being better than the Birria or Barbacoa tacos though. I also must say, I'm super glad I stumbled upon your videos. Because of you I bought a new Traeger a few weeks ago, made a trip to Waxahachie for supplies, and have been really loving cooking outside again. Thank you! I hope you never stop doing this.

  • @wjstang
    @wjstang 8 місяців тому

    Did this yesterday! Knocked it of the park with these tacos. All loved them with my wife growing up in the valley and an army buddy from Azusa some of the best carnitas they’ve had ever. Used Cheerwine instead of Coke because that’s what I had in the house. The tortillas dipped in lard and then heated is also a keeper. Well done. Thank you for your videos.

  • @jeremyatkinson7458
    @jeremyatkinson7458 3 місяці тому

    This is the Carnitas recipe I've been waiting for my whole life. I just made it this last weekend and it was a HUGE hit. Thanks Matt!

  • @user-qd2hd2kr4f
    @user-qd2hd2kr4f 10 місяців тому

    Looks super good, can't wait to make them. thanks for sharing your techniques and secrets

  • @grillmaster07
    @grillmaster07 Рік тому +1

    Man, I seen every way you can make carnitas. I've seen it in person from old Mexican ladies. Dude! You frickin nailed it better than I ever saw! I see why they are the best you have ever done! You rock man! Awesome job! I just wish I could have tried one. I think I can actually taste it because I know your seasoning! Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @bobsmith8857
    @bobsmith8857 Рік тому +2

    Really don't comment much on recipes, but this one the whole family loved. They always give me a hard time because I like to smoke things on the weekend. Made these, following the directions and they were phenomenal! I did use some hot sauce on mine. But everyone loved them. Only thing I forgot...The Ranch water! Will work this into rotation of Taco Tuesdays

    • @MeatChurchBBQ
      @MeatChurchBBQ  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for commenting and letting me know Bob. Means the world to me. Thanks for being here!! -Matt

  • @chavee70
    @chavee70 Рік тому +1

    The last batch of carnitas I made, I changed up the pork cuts. I used pork shoulder, pork ribs, and pork belly. This was the best batch of all and is now my go to method for carnitas. I will try smoking the next batch and see how that works. All of the different textures and depth from the rib bones and belly to me is closer to the ol school way.

  • @cottonclark897
    @cottonclark897 Рік тому +5

    An awesome recipe! I'm in San Antonio, and we kinda pride ourselves on TexMex dishes. Let's just say, "I ain't made about this recipe!" 🤣 And Matt's comment about cilantro, PERFECT! I, too, feel sorry for the doubters.
    I'd say this recipe is next up in my Outdoor Cocina. Thanks, Matt! 👍

  • @martinolson761
    @martinolson761 10 місяців тому +1

    Looks absolutely delicious!!!

  • @knoxparkfilms-weddingfilmm6920

    I've made Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos, Beef Rib Tacos and it was so delicious. I can't wait to make this!!

  • @bashulto
    @bashulto 11 місяців тому

    Wow, greetings from México. You took a great recipe to a whole new level!! Cant wait to try it!

  • @williambroadway7681
    @williambroadway7681 10 місяців тому +1

    All your recipes are awesome

  • @josegallegos6344
    @josegallegos6344 Рік тому +1

    Michoacán is the capital of Carnitas! Obviously there is a super traditional way like you said but still looked good! Any type of carnitas is always good 👍🏽

  • @SirPartyRoc
    @SirPartyRoc Рік тому +23

    I woke up excited for a Wednesday Meat Church video drop!! Carnitas is a family fave. I've done this similar cook with beef shank as well. Pair this with a good crema and everyone is licking their fingers when its all done. Thanks for making this simple for us backyard chefs to follow along.

  • @narbekalantarians6269
    @narbekalantarians6269 Рік тому

    One of the best tacos around. The bbq smoke element is clutch

  • @FreeBird614Two
    @FreeBird614Two Рік тому

    Looks fantastic, this is one of my favorite episodes. Have made carnitas a few different ways, have never added smoke or the crisping so that is definitely worth a try.

    • @MeatChurchBBQ
      @MeatChurchBBQ  Рік тому

      Thanks Chris. This is one of my fav things we have made.

  • @fabian7463
    @fabian7463 9 місяців тому +4

    As a Mexican, it doesn't matter what race you are,authentic food is legitimate... I'm not a Texan, but when I make smoked food, people seem to enjoy it lol

  • @dvsmike
    @dvsmike Рік тому

    Just wanted to say i did your spareribs with pepper as the first layer and holy cow for the 2nd, smoked on a pit boss 1150 for 5 1/2 hrs, spritzed with apple cider vinegar, whiskey, and honey for the last hr and rested in jack daniels sweet and spicy bbq sauce and it came out phenomenal! That pepper layer first with holy cow after, provided a great bark and crunch. Thank you!

  • @pocketdimes1048
    @pocketdimes1048 Рік тому +1

    I’m from San Diego California. I approve this. Slightly different than I’m used to but I am absolutely gonna try your way. Looks amazing.

    • @benholdin
      @benholdin 4 місяці тому

      daygo got better tacos than tj....fax

  • @stevegrieb6596
    @stevegrieb6596 Рік тому

    Gotta try this. One of the things I love about your channel is you keep it real. Thank you for not posting your favorite recipe for Vegan Quiche Lorraine. Also, I appreciate your support of Texas businesses. Yeah, I saw that bottle of Bolners. Very fine channel. I recently did the Bowl of Red recipe and it was excellent.

  • @miahyde5772
    @miahyde5772 Рік тому

    The smells coming out of the kitchen this morning are unreal. We made a smoked tomatillo salsa to drizzle on the tacos. Thanks for this winner of a recipe.

  • @PSSKDerby
    @PSSKDerby Рік тому

    Great video Matt! That cook on the pork looks so deliciously juicy. Makes me want to try something new and that’s awesome. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ciaraperry3917
    @ciaraperry3917 Рік тому

    Great video, Matt! Carnitas are one of my favorites! Will definitely have to try out your recipe on my Traeger!

  • @eh2bseries
    @eh2bseries Рік тому

    Appreciate you shouting out the local joints.

    • @MeatChurchBBQ
      @MeatChurchBBQ  Рік тому +1

      Yessir. Small business makes the world go around.

  • @jaredandrews379
    @jaredandrews379 Рік тому +1

    Definitely going to try them! Thanks for sharing

  • @denhaire
    @denhaire Рік тому

    Great technique. Been trying to find something like this. Thank you.

  • @rongarrison6653
    @rongarrison6653 Рік тому +1

    Just made these carnitas today! Turned out delicious and so tender! No on got mad at them! Thanks!

  • @KiNg0fShReD
    @KiNg0fShReD Рік тому +1

    I’ve always wanted to try and make Carnitas, i’m hyped! 🙌🏽

  • @78LedHead
    @78LedHead Рік тому

    Bro, those are next level. You're one of the best food channels on YT.

  • @alacharger
    @alacharger 3 місяці тому

    I love carnitas! I will be trying this recipe soon.

  • @righteyeartistry156
    @righteyeartistry156 Рік тому

    Smoked is the way to go. It just adds that wow factor.

  • @MrPurexed
    @MrPurexed Рік тому

    Well... I was going to make the Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos this weekend for a party. NOW I'm making these Carnitas!
    Thanks for the new recipe!!!

  • @billystpaul8907
    @billystpaul8907 Рік тому

    Out standing video Matt. 2 things I have not seen before. cooking the taco shells in oil. And making your lunch drink. And, you are right about only onions and cilantro with the Carnitas..

  • @HarleyRider1
    @HarleyRider1 7 місяців тому

    Great teaching looks awesome

  • @ronkeys1712
    @ronkeys1712 Рік тому

    lol Matt I love your videos, attitude and the intro and outro music keep it coming!

  • @heyzuesvasquez4296
    @heyzuesvasquez4296 Рік тому

    My old man used to make these over an open fire with some oak. The smoke really used to make a big difference. There were a few missed key ingredients but you did a great job.

  • @captjim97
    @captjim97 Рік тому

    Looks fantastic !!! I love how you make your Ranch Water in the bottle !!

  • @jordanhansen973
    @jordanhansen973 Рік тому

    Don’t ever stop making vids. Awesome dude.

  • @coreybatorski9626
    @coreybatorski9626 Рік тому

    Looks so good

  • @ptkoms
    @ptkoms 8 місяців тому

    The Mexican Pulled Pork was awesome - made it on my Traegar and it was a HUGE hit!!!
    it's no our favourite pulled pork, also I love the De Da la Fajita rub!!!

  • @arnoldmorales9189
    @arnoldmorales9189 Рік тому

    Rio Grande Valley here! Love your content Matt. This is one recipe I will try with my smoker.

  • @theolsons967
    @theolsons967 Рік тому +1

    Making me hungry. Awesome recipe

  • @VillanuevaMedia
    @VillanuevaMedia Рік тому +4

    Carnitas are my favorite usually have them on the weekend in a torta or a corn/flour tortilla for tacos/burritos. Lard is key. Time to make chicharrones.

  • @nb857
    @nb857 Рік тому +1

    Outstanding!! You gave me my cook for this weekend.

  • @txbluzmn
    @txbluzmn Рік тому

    Looking forward to adapting this to my Lone Star Grillz Pellet Smoker!! Thanks for all the recipes, Matt!!!

  • @jonathanrey000
    @jonathanrey000 Рік тому +15

    Onion, cilantro, chopped Serrano and fresh lime juice is my preference. But yes, carnitas are my personal favorite tacos to make also. Very underrated.

    • @MeatChurchBBQ
      @MeatChurchBBQ  Рік тому +2

      So good!

    • @RARufus
      @RARufus 10 місяців тому

      For me it’s gotta be onion, cilantro and jalapeños. If I’m feeling randy, maybe habaneros instead.

  • @k20fa5
    @k20fa5 Рік тому

    Those look amazing Matt! I've got to try these out!

  • @Bau3boys
    @Bau3boys 11 місяців тому

    Just made this, came out amazing. My picky kids devoured every scrap of pork. Thanks for the video.

  • @johnkowlok3231
    @johnkowlok3231 Рік тому

    Holy hell! This may be the most amazing recipe on UA-cam. I mean, yeah, it’s not “traditional” but a pretty darn good spin, and very doable. How many folks have a copper vat lying around that aren’t making moonshine? I can’t wait to try this. I have been trying to make carnitas using pork shoulder in my Insta-pot, and broiling in the oven to finish with mediocre success. This recipe seems like a much better solution. I am conflicted between having the fresh white onion and cilantro, or a pickled red onion with avocado chunks.

  • @dalejames9216
    @dalejames9216 Місяць тому

    I made these for gringo de mayo, they were freaking awesome! Thank you!!

  • @randysiler7458
    @randysiler7458 Рік тому

    I have not eaten any carnitas in a long time. Just came across you channel. Will be watching 👍👍

  • @robertmullen5211
    @robertmullen5211 Рік тому

    Made this for the fam tonight. Have done carnitas before but slightly different. Big hit with everyone, great recipe!

  • @leeg45691
    @leeg45691 Рік тому +1

    Dang Matt those tacos look amazing! This is next on my list of backyard cooks! Oh and cilantro rocks!

  • @kimberlyvaughan3430
    @kimberlyvaughan3430 3 місяці тому

    Love your show 😊

  • @SterlingCreekProps
    @SterlingCreekProps Рік тому

    Looks incredible! 👍🏼

  • @TWC6724
    @TWC6724 Рік тому

    I have been waiting for this one!!! I judge a tex mex joint based on carnitas. I absolutely love them!! This video is going in my favorites list.

  • @dancarter5484
    @dancarter5484 Рік тому

    Gave it a try this morning. It was off the hook delicious! Only add was a bit of Cotija cheese.

  • @dannymartinez9434
    @dannymartinez9434 9 місяців тому

    I absolutely love my carnitas but i can always take away something from what others do, looks delicious!

  • @devaultc
    @devaultc Рік тому

    Loved this one!

  • @GT2ENVY1
    @GT2ENVY1 Рік тому

    The recipe is on point! 🔥🔥🔥

  • @jdelaney9325
    @jdelaney9325 11 місяців тому

    I just discovered Cilantro and Onions in the last year on grilled chicken tacos. Good stuff.

  • @themaddscot
    @themaddscot Рік тому

    So doing this... been wanting to do a taco "prep your own" cook for a while and this is now added to the meat selections.

  • @wfodavid
    @wfodavid Рік тому

    Ahhhhhh Grandfather's Carnitas........I think you nailed it!

  • @michaelholder7358
    @michaelholder7358 10 місяців тому

    Some reason, I'm now craving carnitas:-) Thanks Matt

  • @wesray603
    @wesray603 11 місяців тому

    I like them all. Now I have to MAKE them!

  • @stevemaynor2624
    @stevemaynor2624 Рік тому

    That's dinner Sunday. Love it Matt thank you

  • @eddieramirez009
    @eddieramirez009 Рік тому

    Great video Matt! Showing love from the RGV! Weslaco Texas!

  • @johnkowlok3231
    @johnkowlok3231 11 місяців тому

    Holy moly that looks so good! I like red pickled onion and guacamole on carnitas tacos 🌮

  • @joeyravary744
    @joeyravary744 9 місяців тому

    Hey man. You have a happy new follower here. Your videos are therapeutic for me. I love texas with all my heart and i really like what you stand for. Meat, Church, And Barbeque can we add beer?? lets get the merch mrolling i wanna t-shirt ! keep it up ! thank you and cheers !

  • @walterkopriva9735
    @walterkopriva9735 Рік тому

    Sitting here at 2:30 in the morning unable to sleep and really wishing i had a couple three of those for sure!

  • @mattburke4343
    @mattburke4343 11 місяців тому

    im one of those sad people who hate cilantro it does tase like soap LOL. I am from SoCal so i always put refried beans in every taco. I smoke my refried beans so they are delicious . pretty much everything i bbq i learned from you so thanks for the great show.

  • @geoffgraham-ps9cr
    @geoffgraham-ps9cr Рік тому

    Doing this for dinner tomorrow looks so good

  • @Loveus00
    @Loveus00 10 місяців тому

    OMG I love this.

  • @1990westfalia
    @1990westfalia Рік тому +7

    This would be a great NHL Playoff viewing party entrée while watching the Wild and the Stars play and get closer to Cinco de Mayo. GO Wild. Skillet

  • @mikegrayable
    @mikegrayable Рік тому

    Bang’N recipe!!! Thank you I’ll be replicating this.

  • @curtiskauffman
    @curtiskauffman Рік тому

    Finally got my first round of seasoning at my local ace here in Wheaton IL thanks for the great products. I started with holy voodoo holy cow and dia de La fajita.

  • @jose_cuellar
    @jose_cuellar Рік тому

    As a Latino, I definitely approve the recipe and the Mexican Coke to go with it, lol, nice touch! Thanks for sharing these recipes, keep em coming!

  • @jasonhollinger9513
    @jasonhollinger9513 Рік тому

    My favorite taco as well. You could make up a bunch of it to eat throughout the week…except that my family loves tacos too much to have leftovers. Lol…. They will definitely love this recipe.

  • @danjorgensen5732
    @danjorgensen5732 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video Matt! What's a good way to hold these if they get done early or if you need to keep them warm for a large group?

  • @Tracker102
    @Tracker102 Рік тому

    I got the fajita spice from Meat Church, and toss it on all my veggies before grilling. I love this company, this channel, Matt is tight. I'm about that life.

    • @MeatChurchBBQ
      @MeatChurchBBQ  Рік тому +1

      That is our veggie rub here too. Thanks David!

  • @kiltlifter3988
    @kiltlifter3988 Рік тому

    I just found a new use for my pork fat trimmings. Thanks for the nudge!

  • @jamesblair5971
    @jamesblair5971 Рік тому

    Perfection love carnitas will be trying this!

  • @petermyers479
    @petermyers479 Рік тому

    Dude, cooking styles are regional, not ethnic necessarily. The world has gotten to be a much smaller place. I love watching you create beautiful southwestern style Texican foods. Keep it coming. Never apologize.

  • @blairphelps7215
    @blairphelps7215 Рік тому

    I'd enjoy seeing how you clean everything after, like your dutch oven and flat top.

  • @gordsmith7708
    @gordsmith7708 Рік тому

    Thay look yummy man !! Something else for me to try on the traeger. Cheers man. 🍻

  • @grillingaddictionwithnick4982
    @grillingaddictionwithnick4982 Рік тому +4

    You nailed it brother ! I will be doing this soon! Gonna be doing goat meat empanadas 🔥soon as well !

  • @ryanborasz2949
    @ryanborasz2949 10 місяців тому

    I have a Blackstone that I used at the end to crisp it up and that worked great

  • @michaelholliday6037
    @michaelholliday6037 Рік тому

    I’m not mad either! That looks delicious!

  • @douglasschmidt6873
    @douglasschmidt6873 Рік тому

    Your a mad man in the kitchen sir

  • @russbriscoe
    @russbriscoe Рік тому

    Excellent as alway, it’s going in the recipe book.
    Please make videos on making great salsas/hot sauce.

    • @MeatChurchBBQ
      @MeatChurchBBQ  Рік тому

      My salsa video is on this channel. www.meatchurch.com/blogs/recipes/smoked-salsa

  • @robertbernal3180
    @robertbernal3180 Рік тому +1

    Looks very delicious. Those are real Tacos. I would just put some homemade salsa with them. Great recipe 👍🏽

    • @MeatChurchBBQ
      @MeatChurchBBQ  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Robert! Watch the very end in the wrap up I use falsa salsa.

    • @robertbernal3180
      @robertbernal3180 Рік тому +1

      Yes I went back and saw that you used a salsa.👍. Awesome

  • @bradjones9634
    @bradjones9634 Рік тому

    Looked delicious!

  • @williamwebberjr8045
    @williamwebberjr8045 Рік тому

    THANKS for the RGV shout out.