Paleo Party Pork Carnitas Recipe

Name: Paleo Party Pork Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 lb) tied boneless skinless pork shoulder; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk; 1 1/2 cups unsalted chicken stock; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 6 garlic cloves; 3 small carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks; 3 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch chunks; 2 whole bay leaves; 1 lemon, peeled with vegetable peeler in 2- to 3-inch strips; 1 large onion, cut into 1-inch chunks; 2 avocados, cut in 1/4-inch slices; 2 heads boston lettuce, washed, dried and leaves separated; 2 limes, cut into eighths; 1/2 bunch cilantro; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced into half moons

Servings: persons

1 (4 lb) tied boneless skinless pork shoulder
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
1 1/2 cups unsalted chicken stock
2 teaspoons dried oregano
6 garlic cloves
3 small carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks
3 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch chunks
2 whole bay leaves
1 lemon, peeled with vegetable peeler in 2- to 3-inch strips
1 large onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 avocados, cut in 1/4-inch slices
2 heads boston lettuce, washed, dried and leaves separated
2 limes, cut into eighths
1/2 bunch cilantro
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced into half moons

1
Generously sprinkle the pork shoulder with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in large nonstick skillet set over high heat. Sear the meat on all sides until deeply browned, about 3 minutes per side.
2
Transfer the pork to a slow cooker. Add the almond milk, broth, oregano, garlic, carrots, celery, bay leaves, lemon peel and onions. Set the slow cooker to low, then cover and cook until the meat can be easily pulled apart with a fork, 6 to 8 hours.
3
Transfer the pork to a work surface and use two forks to shred the meat. Strain the cooking liquid and reserve. Transfer the pork to a serving platter, then ladle the cooking liquid over the meat and season with salt and pepper as needed.
4
Place the avocado slices, lettuce leaves, half of the lime wedges, the cilantro sprigs and red onion slices on a platter. Squeeze the remaining lime wedge over the avocados to prevent discoloration. Have guests build their own carnitas lettuce wraps.

1138

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4 lb) tied boneless skinless pork shoulder, salt & freshly ground black pepper, 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk, and more.

Yes, Paleo Party Pork 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Paleo Party Pork Carnitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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