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Pork Carnitas
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Pork Carnitas

These tender pulled pork carnitas are ideal for tacos or burritos, offering a rich, savory flavor profile. The slow cooking process enhances the pork's natural sugars for delightful caramelization.

Ready in 200 minutes · serves 6 · 550 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

200
min total
6
servings
550
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 3 poundspork shoulder
  • 1/2 cuporange juice
  • 6 clovesgarlic
  • 1 largeonion
  • 1 tablespooncumin
  • to tastesalt

Instructions

  1. 01

    Season pork, sear on all sides, then transfer to slow cooker.

  2. 02

    Add orange juice, garlic, onion, cumin, and salt.

  3. 03

    Slow cook for 6 hours until tender, shred and serve.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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