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Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas

Cost $20, save $30

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 420 Min
  • 10 Servings
  • $20

INGREDIENTS

  • Protein

    • 4 pounds pork shoulder
  • Seasoning

    • đź§‚ 1 tablespoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon pepper
    • đź§„ 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    • 2 teaspoons chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Oil

    • 2 teaspoons olive oil

STEPS

1

Cut pork into 5 to 6 large chunks. Season each piece evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin.

2

Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add pork in a single layer to the hot skillet. Cook untouched until well browned on one side, about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Remove meat and place into the bottom of a slow cooker.

3

To the hot skillet, add onion and cook 1 minute. Deglaze pan with orange juice, lime juice, and 1 1/4 cups water. Scrape up any browned bits and pour the mixture over pork in the slow cooker. Add bay leaves and cover.

4

Cook on High for 4 to 5 hours or on Low for 6 to 7 hours, or until pork is very tender.

5

Preheat the oven to broil. Remove pork from the slow cooker, shred into large pieces, and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Spoon some of the juices over the pork and broil for 3 to 5 minutes until crispy, tossing halfway through.

6

Serve in toasted tortillas with jalapeño slices, chopped onion, cilantro, lime wedges, or as desired.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

900

Calories

  • 51g
    Protein
  • 68g
    Carbs
  • 46g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

For enhanced flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice and lime juice.To save time, shred the pork while still warm.Keep extra juice from the slow cooker for reheating leftovers or making a sauce.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.