Rich and meaty with a caramelized crust, carnitas makes a fantastic filling for tacos, burritos, and taquitos, along with a topping for salads, nachos, and more!

Preparation

Season pork with salt and pepper. Sear in batches in a Dutch oven over high heat until meat is deeply browned all over.

Return all pork to the Dutch oven, then add the onion, garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, and Coca-Cola. Add water to halfway up the pork, then squeeze in orange juice and add the orange halves.

Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 1½–2 hours, turning meat occasionally, until liquid evaporates and pork begins frying in its own fat. 

Remove pork and shred, leaving some larger chunks for texture. 

Preheat oven to broil.

Discard the bay leaves and onion, then spread meat on a sheet pan and broil for 3–5 minutes, until edges caramelize. Watch closely to make sure it doesn't burn.