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simple carnitas crockpot

Simple Carnitas Crockpot That Crisps Perfectly


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  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 8 hr 15 min
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Tender, flavorful pork slow-cooked with citrus and spices, then crisped to perfection for tacos or bowls.


Ingredients

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45 lb pork shoulder or butt

1 large onion, sliced

4 garlic cloves, minced

¾ cup orange juice

¼ cup lime juice

2 tsp ground cumin

2 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp chili powder

2 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

2 bay leaves


Instructions

1. Trim pork and season with spices.

2. Layer onion and garlic in crockpot, add pork.

3. Pour citrus juices and add bay leaves.

4. Cook on Low 8 hr or High 4–5 hr until tender.

5. Shred pork, discard bay leaves.

6. Crisp under broiler or in skillet 5–7 min.

7. Serve hot in tacos, bowls, or burritos.

Notes

Use chicken thighs or turkey for a lighter version.

Add chicken broth for extra juiciness.

Fresh citrus enhances flavor.

Leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen.

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 8 hr
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg