Easy Pork Carnitas Bowls

Ingredients

• 12 oz pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3/4 cup white rice
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup pico de gallo
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 lime, cut into wedges(optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Season the pork cubes with cumin, oregano, and salt. (5 minutes)

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork cubes on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add garlic, chicken broth, and orange juice. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until pork is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed, about 20 minutes.

4. 4

   While the pork simmers, cook the rice according to package directions and warm the black beans in a small saucepan. (15 minutes)

5. 5

   Uncover the skillet and increase heat to crisp the pork edges, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Assemble bowls: divide rice between two bowls, top with pork, black beans, and pico de gallo. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime. (5 minutes)