Besides alliteration, I was wondering if there was anything behind the ever-popular Taco Tuesday. It turns out, that phrase was actually trademarked in 1989 by a restaurant based out of Wyoming. The chain is called Taco John's. With social media, there's no possible way they can control it's use, but they have been known to file claims when other local restaurants try to use it. Wh-what?!? Who knew?

Now when Tuesday rolls around, tacos are just such an easy go-to. Pork, chicken, beef, fish, sweet potato, vegetarian...everything goes. Quick, easily customizable, satisfies one or many- it's hard to go wrong.

Taco bowls take all of your favorite ingredients and places them inside a bowl. All of the flavor without the mess! You can choose your favorite meat or even go vegan, but slowly cooking pork (in a slow cooker) until it falls apart- now that's a sight I'd like to come home to! Pork shoulder is the best cut, more fat equals more moisture and delicious flavor; however, pork loin can also be used. After cooking and shredding, add the pork back to the remaining liquid to keep it from drying out.

Happy Taco Tuesday!

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Ingredients for Carnitas Taco Bowls

• Pork
• Dried Oregano
• Taco Seasoning
• Orange Juice
• Riced Cauliflower
• Limes
• Cilantro
• Onion
• Bell Peppers
• Tomatoes
• Scallions
• Shredded Cheese
• Optional: salsa, avocado, corn, rice, beans, etc.

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What cut of meat is carnitas?

Carnitas refers to pork that has been seasoned with Mexican spices and slow cooked in lard until it becomes tender and easily shreds.

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What is the difference between carnitas and pulled pork?

Carnitas uses Mexican spices. They both refer to pork that has been cooked slowly until it is very tender.

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What should I put in a taco bowl?

Think about your favorite taco...now, go crazy! Lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, avocado, corn, beans, rice, onions, peppers, salsa, sour cream, scallions cilantro...

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