Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 teaspoons salt (to taste); 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 lbs pork shoulder, excess fat trimmed; 4 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 onions, quartered; 2 oranges, juiced; 2 limes, juice of

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 lbs pork shoulder, excess fat trimmed
4 garlic cloves, peeled
2 onions, quartered
2 oranges, juiced
2 limes, juice of

1
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Season pork loin with spice mixture, rubbing in thoroughly on all sides.
2
Place garlic, onions, orange juice, lime juice and seasoned pork shoulder into a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or on high heat for 4-5 hours.
3
Remove pork shoulder from the slow cooker and shred the meat before returning to the pot with the juices; season with salt and pepper, to taste, if needed. Cover and keep warm for an additional 30 minutes.
4
Preheat oven to broil. Place carnitas onto a baking sheet and broil until crisp and crusted, about 3-4 minutes.
5
Serve immediately.

1322

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

131

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon chili powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons salt (to taste), and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker 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.

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

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