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Carnitas

Carnitas

Slow-cooked to perfection, these carnitas are tender and flavorful, making them ideal for tacos, burritos, or simply served with rice. The process is lengthy but worth the wait.

Ready in 200 minutes · serves 6 · 500 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

200
min total
6
servings
500
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 3 lbpork shoulder
  • 1 cuporange juice
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 1 tbspcumin
  • 1 largeonion

Instructions

  1. 01

    Season pork shoulder with spices and sear on all sides.

  2. 02

    Add to a slow cooker with orange juice and garlic, and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

  3. 03

    Shred when done and serve in tacos or burritos.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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