09/06/2025
Hut Hut, HIKE! ๐
We're kicking off this NFL season with a quick and easy tailgate recipe that'll be sure to make you cheer, no matter which team you're rooting for! Our Members are some of the most passionate fans, and our dining services teams know how to help them throw the best watch parties. This recipe is a new fan favorite at The Gables, and we're here to share it with you to create at your next tailgate! So join our Members, grab a friend, huddle around the big screen, and enjoy this must-have snack for game day!
Here's how to make it at home! ๐
๐ Carnitas:
- Cut 3โ3.5 lbs pork shoulder into chunks, dry brine w/ 4 tsp kosher salt (1 hr)
- Melt 3 lbs lard in a medium heat pot, add pork. Cook 20 mins each side (250ยฐF).
- Add: 1 onion, 5 garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin, 2 tsp Mexican oregano, ยฝ tsp black pepper, 5 whole cloves, 2 bay leaves, juice + peel of 1 orange, ยฝ cup water.
- Simmer at 200โ220ยฐF for 1.5 hrs. Add 6 oz Mexican Coke, cook 20 mins.
- Remove & cool.
๐ฅช Torta:
- Toast 2 bolillo rolls.
- Spread refried beans on one side, mayo on the other.
- Fill with 1ยฝ cups shredded carnitas, iceberg lettuce, tomato, onion & jalapeรฑos.