Slow Cooker Carnitas
October 8, 2024 • 0 comments
This flavorful slow cooker carnitas recipe features tender pork shoulder, seasoned and simmered with fresh orange and lime juice. The slow cooking process infuses the pork with bright citrusy flavors, while keeping the meat juicy and tender. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls, simply finish by crisping the pork under the broiler for a deliciously crispy texture. An easy, crowd-pleasing meal for any occasion!
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- Servings: 8
Ingredients
- (3 lbs.) Pork Shoulder Roast, Small
- (2 small) Limes
- (1 large) Orange
- (1 tbsp) Dried Oregano
- (2 tsp) Ground Cumin
- (1 tsp) Chili Powder
- (2 tsp) Salt
- (1 tsp) Black Pepper
- (1, chopped) Yellow Onion
- (4, minced) Garlic Cloves
- (1) Bay Leaf
Directions
- Place pork roast in slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, mix together seasonings. Rub spice mixture on all sides of the pork. Place pork fat side up in the slow cooker.
- Squeeze orange and lime juice around sides of the pork. Add the onion, garlic, and the bay leaf.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 6, until pork shreds easily.
- Remove from the slow cooker, discard excess fat and bay leaf, and shred pork.
- Spread the pork out in a single layer on a baking sheet lines with foil. Add a little bit of the juice from the pot. Put pork in the oven on broil for 5 to 10 minutes.
