Carnitas (Mexican Pork) My Way (Crock Pot) Recipe

Name: Carnitas (Mexican Pork) My Way (Crock Pot)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs pork roast; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon seasoning salt (can you garlic and or onion salt instead); ½ teaspoon cilantro or ½ teaspoon coriander; 1 cup water (broth works fine too); flour tortilla; shredded cheese; shredded lettuce; avocado; tomatoes; salsa; sour cream; rice and beans

Servings: persons

2 -3 lbs pork roast
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon seasoning salt (can you garlic and or onion salt instead)
½ teaspoon cilantro or ½ teaspoon coriander
1 cup water (broth works fine too)
flour tortilla
shredded cheese
shredded lettuce
avocado
tomatoes
salsa
sour cream
rice and beans

1
Mix all of the spices together and sprinkle most on the roast, reserving about 1 tsp.
2
Put the roast and water/broth in a crock pot on low for 6-8 hours.
3
Now you can do 2 things here: remove the roast, drain the liquid, put the roast back in the crock, shred it with the remaining seasonings and about 1/2 cup of water and stir OR.
4
remove a little of the liquid from the pot and shred the meat (with forks) in the remaining liquid and taste and season if necessary.
5
*if I use a roast with a good amount of fat I usually drain it to drain off some of that grease, if it's lean then I use the liquid it cooked in.
6
Serve it up!
7
It makes great burritos (get the big tortillas!)
8
with all the fixins- including the beans and rice.

126

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 lbs pork roast, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Carnitas (Mexican Pork) My Way (Crock Pot) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Carnitas (Mexican Pork) My Way (Crock Pot)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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