How long does it take to make Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice?

About 12 hrs 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 12 hrs 30 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 682.73 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice easy to make?

This recipe is rated hard, with 20 ingredients and 7 steps.

Is Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice healthy?

Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 682.73 calories and 38.79 g of protein, or 78% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 325.8 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.58 g (53% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice

Name: Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 h 30 min
Total time: 12 h 45 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: Spanish, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tsp Black Pepper; 4 lb Bone-In Pork Shoulder Butt Roast; 1 tbsp Butter; 1.5 cups Chicken Stock; 2 tsp Chili Powder; 1 whole Cinnamon Sticks; 2 tbsp Dark Brown Sugar; 4 oz Diced Green Chiles; 4 whole Dried Bay Leaves; 1 tbsp Dried Oregano; 14.5 oz Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes; 8 whole Garlic; 2 tbsp Garlic Powder; 1 tsp Ground Cumin; 2 tbsp Onion Powder; 1 whole Orange; 2 tbsp Paprika; 1 pinch Salt; 1.5 cups White Rice; 1 whole Yellow Onion

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Spanish 🇪🇸Mexican High-Protein 💪Gluten-Free

Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice delivers fork-tender pork infused with citrus, warm spice, and garlic, then finished under high heat for irresistibly crunchy edges. The accompanying tomato-and-chile rice adds a smoky, gently spiced balance. Serve for a relaxed weekend dinner or a festive gathering where tacos, bowls, and toppings let everyone build their perfect plate.

Prep15 mins
Cook12 hrs 30 mins
Serves10
DifficultyHard

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

43 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 54 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 9 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair: 56 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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29
Heart Health: 65
Metabolic: 28
Digestive: 22
Inflammatory: 41
Performance: 37
General Wellness

1

In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons salt, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, oregano, and black pepper, and mix well.
2

Place the pork pieces in a large bowl. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork, pressing so it sticks. Add the onion, garlic, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves.
3

Squeeze the orange juice into the bowl with the pork and add the squeezed orange pieces as well; toss to combine.
4

Transfer the pork mixture to a sous vide-safe vacuum bag. Seal the bag and submerge it in a heatproof container of water with a sous vide cooker. Set the temperature to 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) and place the ping pong balls on top. Cook for 12 to 24 hours, occasionally adding water as it evaporates.
5

Carefully remove the pork from the water bath and pour the contents into a large bowl. Use tongs to pick out chunks of meat and move them to a rimmed baking sheet. Discard everything else left in the bowl. Let the pork cool briefly. Shred with 2 forks or your fingers and spread it evenly on the baking sheet. Season with salt.
6

Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler. Place the pork under the broiler and cook, flipping halfway, until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
7

Add the tomatoes and green chiles to a food processor and blend until smooth. Pour into a saucepan; add the chicken stock, rice, butter, chili powder, cumin, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the Spanish rice is tender, about 25 minutes.

About This Recipe

Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish Style Rice is made with 20 ingredients and serves 10. It takes about 12 hrs 45 mins and is rated hard. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Bone In Pork Shoulder Butt Roast, Butter, and Chicken Stock. Each serving provides about 682.73 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice made of?: The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Bone-In Pork Shoulder Butt Roast, Butter, Chicken Stock, Chili Powder. The full list of 20 is above.
How long does it take to make Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice?: About 12 hrs 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 12 hrs 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 682.73 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice easy to make?: This recipe is rated hard, with 20 ingredients and 7 steps.
Is Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice healthy?: Crispy Sous Vide Carnitas with Spanish-Style Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 682.73 calories and 38.79 g of protein, or 78% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 325.8 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.58 g (53% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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