Pork Carnitas RITZ Topper
Need a savory appetizer? Seasoned pulled pork topped with cheese, avocado and pickled jalapeño makes the best Mexican inspired bites.
Prep time15 min
Total time15min
ServingsMakes 6 servings, 4 topped crackers each.
Ingredients
- ½ cup fully cooked pulled pork
- ½ tsp. ground annatto
- ½ tsp. orange zest
- 24 RITZ Crackers
- 2 oz. Cotija cheese, thinly shaved into 24 pieces
- ½ avocado, cut into 24 slices
- 24 pickled jalapeño slices
- 24 fresh cilantro leaves
Preparation
- Microwave meat, annatto and orange zest in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 30 to 40 sec. or until heated through; stir.
- Top crackers with cheese, seasoned meat and remaining ingredients.
Recipe Tips
- Shortcut
Substitute store-bought packaged seasoned pork carnitas (Mexican slow-cooked pulled pork) for the pulled pork, annatto and orange zest. - Special Extra
Top with pickled red onions in addition to pickled jalapeño slices. Garnish with cilantro leaves.
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Nutrition InformationNutrition Per Serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 140 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total fat 9g | |
| Saturated fat 3g | |
| Trans fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 15mg | |
| Sodium 380mg | |
| Carbohydrate 10g | |
| Dietary fiber 1g | |
| Total sugars 2g | |
| Added sugars <1g | |
| Protein 4g | |
| Vitamin A | 0 %DV |
| Vitamin C | 2 %DV |
| Calcium | 6 %DV |
| Iron | 6 %DV |
| Potassium | 4 %DV |
| Vitamin D | 0 %DV |