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Homemade White Carnitas Enchiladas

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Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For the Carnitas:

2 lbs (900g) pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch chunks

1 small white onion, quartered

4 garlic cloves, smashed

1 tbsp ground cumin

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 cup orange juice

2 cups chicken broth

For the White Sauce:

2 tbsp unsalted butter

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup sour cream (or Mexican crema)

1/2 cup roasted green chiles (Hatch, Anaheim, or poblano), diced (or canned, drained)

1/2 tsp ground cumin

Salt and pepper to taste

For Assembly:

12 corn tortillas (6-inch)

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

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