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carnitas seasoning in a dish

Carnitas Seasoning

4.88 from 8 votes
This carnitas seasoning is a bold, smoky, perfectly balanced spice blend that turns simple pork into flavorful, tender carnitas every time. It uses pantry staples, mixes in minutes, and works as a dry rub or marinade so you can season confidently without guessing. This recipe makes roughly 1/4 cup of seasoning, enough for a 2-3lb pork shoulder.
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Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 1
Author: Molly Thompson

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and stir well.
  • Use immediately or store in an airtight jar or plastic bag. Use as needed.

Recipe Equipment

Small bowl

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.6g | Protein: 2.9g | Fat: 2.3g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 2573mg | Fiber: 4.2g | Sugar: 0.9g | Vitamin A: 102.7IU | Vitamin C: 1.2mg
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