Ancho-Orange Pulled Pork

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Preparation info
  • Serves

    12

    people
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Chiles and Smoke: BBQ, Grilling, and Other Fire-Friendly Recipes with Spice and Flavor

By Brad Prose

Published 2023

  • About

Chile and citrus combinations from around the world often inspire my barbecue. Chilorio is a traditional dish from the state of Sinaloa in Mexico, comprising slow-simmered pork that is fried and then cooked in a chile sauce, which was used as a means to preserve the meat before refrigeration. Used in tacos, burritos, and tortas, this recipe has the flexibility of American-style smoked pulled pork. While this recipe is inspired by chilorio, I have evolved it over time. The flavors are