Coca-Cola braised carnitas

Step 1

Place the pork in a Dutch oven, then season with the salt and pepper. Pour in the Mexican Coca-Cola, orange juice, milk, and lime juice then stir in the chipotle chile powder, cinnamon, allspice, garlic and bay leaf. Add enough water to the pot to just reach the top of the pork, then turn the heat up to high and bring the pot to a boil.

Step 2

Once the pot is at a boil, turn the heat down to low and then simmer uncovered without stirring for about two hours or until the pork is tender. At this time, turn the heat up to medium and then while occasionally stirring, cook until most of the liquid has reduced, most of the fat has rendered, and the pork has browned, about 30-45 minutes.

Step 3

Remove from the pot and serve warm with tortillas, guacamole, and sour cream.