Street Tacos & Charred Meats

Carnitas por Libra in Los Angeles

Look for heavy copper cauldrons simmering golden pork cuts, chopped to order and packaged by the pound with tortillas and salsa at Imperial Night Market in Downtown LA on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, when a vendor is serving it. Free entry.

2300 E 15th St, Downtown LA · Free entry
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CATEGORY
Street Tacos & Charred Meats
ORIGIN
Michoacán, Mexico
PREPARATION
Whole-hog cuts simmered slowly in lard inside copper pots, sold by weight.
MARKET
Imperial Night Market, Downtown LA
HERITAGE

The origins of Carnitas por Libra

Michoacán is widely recognized as the cradle of carnitas.

Golden, slow-simmered pork cooked in lardDiverse texture blend from lean to gelatinousAccompanied by fresh tortillas and pickled jalapeños

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between maciza and surtida carnitas?

Maciza consists exclusively of lean meat like loin and leg, while surtida is a flavorful mix of lean meat, ribs, and skin.

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