Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas Tacos Recipe

Name: Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2- 1/2 pounds Pork Shoulder Roast, Boneless; 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 1 teaspoon Chili Powder; 1 teaspoon Sea Salt; 1/2 whole Onion, Diced; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 whole Limes, Juiced; 1 whole Orange, Juiced; 1- 1/2 cup Water; To Assemble: Warm Corn Or Flour Tortillas, Mango Salsa, Pico De Gallo, Hot Sauce, Sour Cream Or Greek Yogurt, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Onion And Shredded Cheese

Servings: persons

2- 1/2 pounds Pork Shoulder Roast, Boneless
1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 whole Onion, Diced
4 cloves Garlic, Minced
2 whole Limes, Juiced
1 whole Orange, Juiced
1- 1/2 cup Water
To Assemble: Warm Corn Or Flour Tortillas, Mango Salsa, Pico De Gallo, Hot Sauce, Sour Cream Or Greek Yogurt, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Onion And Shredded Cheese

1
In a large pot or crockpot off the heat add the pork roast.
2
Sprinkle with the oil, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder and sea salt.
3
Rub seasoning into meat on all sides.
4
Add onion, garlic, lime juice, orange juice and water.
5
Cover the pot.
6
If cooking on top of the stove turn heat to low and bring to a simmer.
7
Cook for 2 1/2-3 hours.
8
Or in the crockpot cook on high for 6 hours or low for 8 hours or until fork tender.
9
Flip roast over half way through baking.
10
Use 2 forks to shred pork.
11
Serve shredded pork in tortillas topped with desired toppings.

200

kcal

Calories

Fat

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: 2- 1/2 pounds Pork Shoulder Roast, Boneless, 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder, 1 teaspoon Cumin, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas Tacos 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.

Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas Tacos

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