Step 3: Braise until tender
Carnitas
- cooking pork
Let the pork continue uncovered while stirring occasionally. Continue the meat this way until the liquid has , which usually takes at least an hour.
Once the water has completely , check the texture of the pork:
- If the meat is easily pulled apart with a fork, it’s done.
- If the meat is still tough and hasn’t gone tender, it needs more braising time. Add a bit more water at a time and continue until it reaches a tender texture.
Once the pork is done, there will be a layer of fat that has rendered out in the pot. Use this to crisp the pork carnitas in the next step: