Carnitas Taco Kit for 4-6
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Johnny Sanchez’s version of the Michoacan staple! Pork shoulder is slow-cooked in its own fat, fried crispy, and gently tossed in a zesty fire-roasted salsa with local Louisiana citrus. This kit contains everything you need to make 20 carnitas tacos, topped with salsa roja, pico de gallo, and pickled jalapeño and onion! Just choose your favorite tortilla style.
Food Network star Aarón Sánchez opened Johnny Sanchez in New Orleans’ Central Business District in 2014, and it immediately racked up heaps of praise and has been packed since day one. Johnny Sánchez is a stylish hotspot for street-style tacos and other traditional Mexican fare made with locally-sourced ingredients, and it embodies both the warmth of traditional Mexican cooking and the hospitality that New Orleans is renowned for.
This package serves 4-6 people and includes everything you need to make
20 Carnitas Tacos:
- 2 lbs. Carnitas (Pork)
- 20 Tortillas, your choice of flour or corn
- 16 oz. Salsa Roja
- 16 oz. Pico de Gallo
- 6 oz. Pickled Jalapeno
- 6 oz. Pickled Onion
- Each tortilla measures 4"
- Choose to add on more!
Add On Options Include
- Queso (2 lbs.)
- Johnny Sanchez Habo Love Hot Sauce (5 oz.) – This signature Johnny Sanchez hot sauce is used to marinate meat and add flavor to almost any recipe. They call it “Habo Love” because it really does feel like adding some love with a kick to a dish. Particularly when making tacos or slow roasting meats and vegetables, this adds heat and tons of flavor.
- Aaron Sanchez Adobo Spice Jar (4 oz.) – Aaron Sanchez’ signature adobo spice seasoning blend is the perfect addition to your home seasoning rack
- This package ships frozen with ice packs, may thaw in transit
- Upon arrival, place taco kit and queso in the fridge
- Taco kit and queso will last 1-2 hours at room temperature, 5-6 days in the fridge, or up to 1 month frozen
To Serve
Tortillas
- On a griddle or saute pan, over medium-high heat, warm the tortillas on both sides for 10-20 seconds until hot.
- This can be done ahead of time by stacking warm tortillas and wrapping in a kitchen towel to preserve heat!
Carnitas
In the Pouch
- Drop the sealed pouch into boiling hot water for 5-7 minutes
In a Pan
- Saute for 2-4 minutes over medium-high heat
Queso
- Drop bag into simmering water for 10-15 minutes
or - Make sure product is thawed before preparing.
- Cut corner of the bag and squeeze queso into a microwave safe bowl.
- Microwave for 1-1:30 min.
- Carefully remove, stir, and replace back into the microwave for an additional 30-40 seconds or until completely melted and smooth.