Pork Carnitas with Garlic and Orange - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Pork Carnitas with Garlic and Orange is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

One 3 1/2-pound boneless pork shoulder
Vegetable oil, for drizzling
Freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon pure ancho chile powder
20 unpeeled garlic cloves
3 jalapeños, seeded and diced
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
Warm tortillas, for serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°. In a roasting pan, rub the pork all over with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn the pork meaty side up and sprinkle with the ancho. Add 1/2 cup of water, cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
Scatter the garlic cloves and jalapeños around the pork and bake uncovered for 2 hours, turning the pan after 1 hour. Transfer the garlic cloves and jalapeños to a plate.
Increase the oven temperature to 375°. Cut the pork into 4 thick slices. Using 2 forks, pull the pork into large chunks. Arrange the chunks in the pan, browned sides up. Peel the garlic and add the cloves to the pan. Roast the pork for 30 minutes, until well-browned and crisp. Pull into smaller pieces and roast for 30 minutes longer.
Transfer the pork and garlic to a large platter and scatter the jalapeños on top.
Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the roasting pan. Set the pan over moderate heat, add the orange juice and boil, scraping up the browned bits; pour over the pork and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper and serve with tortillas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pork Carnitas with Garlic and Orange good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pork Carnitas with Garlic and Orange recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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