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8 to 10
Easy
By Brad Prose
Published 2026
If you’ve never had carnitas, imagine pieces of pork slowly cooked in their own fat with citrus, spices, and sometimes a splash of cola. After hours of cooking, the meat turns golden and crispy on the outside, with an impossibly juicy center. It’s one of my all-time favorite meats, so I had to find a way to bring that magic to the smoker while staying true to the essence of carnitas. This rub nails it, blending sweet and warming flavors with savory spices that bring out the best of the pork
