Asiento (carnitas fat residue)
Meats$5.99 / lbApproximate price based on US supermarkets.
Pork lard is the fat obtained from pigs and is a highly valued ingredient in Mexican cuisine. It is used to flavor tacos, sauces, and stews, adding a unique and delicious touch. Its use is characteristic in the preparation of traditional dishes.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Asiento (carnitas fat residue), part of the meats section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 2 recipes in our collection, including Memelitas with Asiento (Oaxacan Corn Cakes with Pork Lard Residue) and Oaxacan Regañadas (Crispy Lard Flatbread). Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
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How many recipes use Asiento (carnitas fat residue)?
Asiento (carnitas fat residue) is used in 2 recipes in our collection, such as Memelitas with Asiento (Oaxacan Corn Cakes with Pork Lard Residue) and Oaxacan Regañadas (Crispy Lard Flatbread). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
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