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                           Carmelized Carnitas (Pork)

Recipe By     : New Mexico Cooking, by Clyde Casey
Serving Size  : 10   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Mexican                          Cookbook
                Pork

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1 1/2  pounds        boneless pork shoulder
   2      tablespoons   brown sugar -- packed
   1      tablespoon    tequilla
   1      tablespoon    molasses
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      black pepper
   2      cloves        garlic -- finely chopped
     1/3  cup           water
   1                    green onion with top -- sliced

1. Cut pork into 1-inch cubes. Place cubes in single layer in a 1-inch
skillet.

2. Top with remaining ingrredients, except for green onion.

3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.

4. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally until water has evaporated and
the pork is slightly carmialized, about 35 minutes.

5. Sprinkle with green onion and serve with wooden picks.

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