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Carnitas
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Carnitas

Carnitas are slow-cooked pork that offers a tender, juicy meat perfect for tacos or burritos. This dish is perfect for meal prep and is always a crowd-pleaser.

Ready in 140 minutes · serves 6 · 600 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

140
min total
6
servings
600
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 3 poundspork shoulder
  • 1 cuporange juice
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 2 teaspoonscumin
  • 1 tablespoonsalt

Instructions

  1. 01

    Season pork with salt and cumin.

  2. 02

    Place in a slow cooker with orange juice and chopped garlic.

  3. 03

    Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.

  4. 04

    Shred pork and serve in tortillas.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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