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Ultimate Carnitas Crockpot Recipe

Ultimate Carnitas Crockpot Recipe for Effortless Flavor

Discover the ultimate carnitas crockpot recipe for flavorful, tender pork shoulder, perfect for tacos or burritos.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 4 pounds Pork Shoulder Trimmed and cut into chunks
For the Aromatics
  • 1 large Onion Quartered
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Citrus
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
For the Spices
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Mexican oregano preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut into large chunks. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Place quartered onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the crockpot. Add seasoned pork pieces on top.
  3. Pour orange juice and lime juice over the pork. Sprinkle with cumin, oregano, and chili powder.
  4. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, remove pork shoulder and shred with two forks.
  6. For extra crunch, spread shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Using quality, well-marbled pork shoulder and ample seasoning will enhance flavor. Monitor cooking time to avoid overcooking.

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