Braised Pork & Lentil Carnitas

Directions

1. PREHEAT the oven to 300˚F.
2. PAT the pork dry with paper towel and rub it all over with the chili powder and cumin, then sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
3. SET a large, heavy skillet or ovenproof pot over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil and brown the meat well on all sides. Transfer to a plate, add another drizzle of oil to the pan, and cook the onions, stirring to loosen any browned bits, for 4-5 minutes.
4. ADD the lentils to the pot along with 1 cup of water. Place the browned pork on top, cover and braise in the oven for 2½-3 hours, until the meat is very tender. Break or pull the meat apart with two forks.
5. PLACE the pot of pork and lentils directly on the table along with the corn tortillas, avocado, onion, salsa, sour cream, and chopped fresh cilantro. Allow everyone to serve themselves and enjoy.