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Carnitas
These slow-cooked carnitas are tender and juicy, offering a burst of flavor with each bite. Perfect for tacos or burritos and ideal for meal prep during the week!
Ready in 135 minutes · serves 6 · 500 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.
135
min total
6
servings
500
cal / serving
Ingredients
- 3 poundspork shoulder
- 1 juicedorange
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 1 teaspooncumin
- 1 teaspoonoregano
- to tastesalt
Instructions
- 01
Season the pork shoulder with salt, cumin, and oregano.
- 02
Place pork in a slow cooker with garlic and orange juice.
- 03
Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until tender.
- 04
Shred the meat and serve with your choice of toppings.