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Directions
Carnitas Nachos Procedure:
ON top center of chips evenly spread queso Chihuahua. Evenly spread refried black beans leaving edges empty.
In center of chip, evenly place pulled pork. Place nachos in 400 degree oven until cheese melts.
On top center of pork, evenly sprinkle avocado pico de gallo (optional fresh shaved jalapeno slice).
On top center of avocado pico de gallo, place dollop of lime créma.
On top center of lime créma, garnish with cilantro microgreens .
Black Refried Beans Procedure:
In stock pot, on medium heat sauté bacon or back fat until crisp tender.
Add onions and carrots, sauté until edges begin to brown. Add black beans, garlic, chipotle, epazote, cumin, tomato paste, lime juice, salt and pepper.
Cook for 1 minute and stir as needed. Add water and broth and mix well to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low. Cook for approximately 1 1/2 - 2 hours or until beans are tender. Add cilantro, mix well to combine. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Smash beans, but not puree, keep some bean shape .
Avocado Pico De Gallo Procedure:
In mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except avocado. Add avocado, gently mix well to combine.
Whole muscle pork cuts are safe to eat when cooked to 145 degrees and allowed to rest for 3 minutes
