Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 lb

pork butt

2 l

water

2.5 tbsp

chicken bouillon powder

15 oz

diced tomatoes

20 unit

garlic cloves

4 unit

jalapenos

2 tsp

oregano

dry leaf

Step 1
~15 min

Combine pork butt, water, chicken bouillon powder, diced tomatoes or tomato paste, garlic cloves, jalapenos, and oregano in a stockpot.

Step 2
~15 min

Simmer until pork is fork tender, approximately 3-4 hours.

Step 3
~15 min

Alternatively, combine pork butt, water (reduced by 1/2), chicken bouillon powder (reduced by 1/3), diced tomatoes or tomato paste, garlic cloves, jalapenos, and oregano in a crock pot.

Step 4
~15 min

Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until pork is fork tender.

Step 5
~15 min

Remove pork from heat and let cool in the broth until cool enough to handle.

Step 6
~15 min

Shred or pull the pork with forks or by hand.

Step 7
~15 min

Place shredded pork in a storage container and add some of the broth to moisten.

Step 8
~15 min

Refrigerate until needed.

Step 9
~15 min

Reheat in the microwave or in a saucepan, using a little juice to keep it moist.

Step 10
~15 min

For Mexican-flavored pot roast, slice the pork fairly thick (about 1/2 inch).

Step 11
~15 min

Make a gravy by thickening some of the juice with cornstarch or roux.

Step 12
~15 min

Serve with steamed rice or boiled potatoes and vegetables such as broccoli and/or carrots.

Step 13
~15 min

For soup, take broth and add onions, carrots, celery, canned diced tomato, pork meat, and posole or hominy.

Step 14
~15 min

Simmer until tender, add shredded cabbage, and cook for another 15 minutes.

Step 15
~15 min

Serve with hot tortillas and a salad.

Step 16
~15 min

For beef machaca, use bottom round, chuck, or brisket and replace chicken bouillon powder with beef bouillon.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jalapenos to control the spice level.

Cooling the meat in the broth keeps it moist.

Use the broth to moisten the meat when reheating.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and refrigerated for several days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm tortillas, salsa, and guacamole.

Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Beans
Guacamole
Salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Machaca is a traditional Mexican dish, often eaten for breakfast or as a main course.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Family meal
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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