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Carnitas
These slow-cooked carnitas are incredibly flavorful and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Ideal for serving at gatherings or as a delicious meal prep option.
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
- 1/4 cuplime juice
- 1 largeonion
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 2 teaspoonscumin
- 2 piecesbay leaves
Instructions
- 01
Place pork in slow cooker with all ingredients.
- 02
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
- 03
Shred meat with forks and broil for 5-10 minutes for crispy edges before serving.
