Crock Pot 'Carnitas' Recipe

Name: Crock Pot 'Carnitas'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 - 2 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 2 inch cubes; 1 medium onion, peeled and sliced; 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced; 4 slices orange rind, from half an orange (optional); 1 (12 ounce) can Mr Pibb soda or (12 ounce) can Coca-Cola; 16 fajita-size flour tortillas; Pico de gallo Ingredients; 1 large tomatoes, cored and chopped; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped, to taste; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 - 2 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 2 inch cubes
1 medium onion, peeled and sliced
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
4 slices orange rind, from half an orange (optional)
1 (12 ounce) can Mr Pibb soda or (12 ounce) can Coca-Cola
16 fajita-size flour tortillas
Pico de gallo Ingredients
1 large tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped, to taste
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
salt and pepper

1
Combine pork, onion, jalapeno, orange peel and soda in a crock pot.
2
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
3
Uncover and shred the meat using 2 forks.
4
Serve on flour tortillas and top with pico de gallo, if desired.
5
For Pico de Gallo:
6
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use; Makes 1 1/2 cups.
8
Note: Also, up to 2 teaspoons each of fresh minced garlic and dried oregano can be added to taste.
9
The carnitas can be served rolled into flour tortillas or in taco shells.
10
Topping options include pico de gallo, guacamole or shredded cheese with a bit of taco sauce.

1601

kcal

Calories

Fat

316

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 - 2 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 2 inch cubes, 1 medium onion, peeled and sliced, 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced, 4 slices orange rind, from half an orange (optional), and more.

Yes, Crock Pot 'Carnitas' 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.

Crock Pot 'Carnitas'

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