Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

Change up your next taco night with tender, flavorful Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas! Seasoned pork is braised until it’s falling apart tender, then it’s broiled until crisp for the best taco filling ever. This is an easy dump and go recipe that requires just 10 minutes of prep and a few simple ingredients, so it’s perfect for busy weeknights!

Author: Flavor the Moments

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 18 minutes

Servings: 10 servings

Calories: 432 kcal per serving

Ingredients

4 pounds - pork shoulder
1 tbsp - ground cumin
1 tsp - dried oregano
3 teaspoons - kosher salt
½ tsp - black pepper
3 - oranges juiced
3 - limes
½ cup - cilantro leaves
6 cloves - garlic

Instructions

Trim some of the fat from the pork if there is an excessive amount of it. Combine the cumin, oregano, salt and pepper and rub all over the pork. Place the pork in the slow cooker with the fat cap facing up.
Place the garlic and cilantro in the slow cooker around the pork. Whisk the orange and lime juice together, then pour into the slow cooker.
Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for about 8 hours or until very tender.
Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.

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