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Carnitas
These tender, slow-cooked carnitas have a crispy finish and are perfect for tacos or burritos. They are seasoned with citrus and spices, making them a crowd-pleaser.
Ready in 135 minutes · serves 6 · 550 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.
135
min total
6
servings
550
cal / serving
Ingredients
- 3 poundspork shoulder
- 1 cuporange juice
- 6 clovesgarlic
- 2 teaspoonscumin
- 2 unitsbay leaves
Instructions
- 01
Combine pork, orange juice, garlic, cumin, and bay leaves in a slow cooker.
- 02
Cook on low for 8 hours until tender.
- 03
Shred the pork and return to the cooker to absorb juices for an additional 30 minutes.
- 04
Crisp in a hot skillet before serving.
