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Carnitas
This slow-cooked carnitas recipe results in tender, juicy pork that is perfect for tacos or burritos. It's an ideal meal prep option that can be stored and used throughout the week.
Ready in 140 minutes · serves 8 · 550 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.
140
min total
8
servings
550
cal / serving
Ingredients
- 3 poundspork shoulder
- 1 cuporange juice
- 1 largeonion
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 2 teaspoonscumin
Instructions
- 01
Season the pork shoulder with cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 02
In a slow cooker, combine the pork, orange juice, onion, and garlic.
- 03
Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- 04
Shred the pork and crisp in a hot skillet before serving.
