Crockpot Pulled Pork Carnitas
Tacos are a hit! Doesn't matter what kind, everybody loves them! The best part about this recipe is that I get to take out my best friend - my crockpot! You know what that means! Throw everything in there and boom, dinner's ready! These crockpot pulled pork carnitas are juicy, savory, and just a little bit spicy! This recipe makes so much and it's pretty authentic! You can freeze the meat for later or repurpose the leftovers in a nacho, quesadilla, or breakfast skillet! This recipe would be perfect for a large group or party!
Equipment
Ingredients
For the crockpot pulled pork carnitas:
- 8 lbs. Pork Butt (Shoulder)
- 10 Garlic Cloves minced
- 2 Yellow Onions diced
- Juice and Zest from 2 Oranges
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Oregano
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 ½ tsp Chili Powder
- 1 ½ tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Curry Powder
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
To prep the ingredients:
- Pat the pork butt very dry with paper towel and set aside.
- Whisk all spices and oil in a small bowl until combined, then rub it liberally all over the meat!
- Place roast in the crockpot fat cap up and let it sit out at room temperature while you prep the rest.
- Add the garlic, orange juice, and zest to the top of the pork, then scatter the onions all around it.
To make the crockpot pulled pork carnitas:
- Cook on high for 7-8 hours or low for 9-10.
- Remove roast from the crockpot and shred between two forks, it should be fall apart tender!
- Discard any fatty bits but reserve that flavorful juice and those tender onions.
To crisp:
- Line a large baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup and lay pork out in a single layer as best as you can.
- Take some of that yummy juice and onion, then drizzle it over the meat.
- Broil on high for 5-10 minutes, until ends appear a little crispy throughout.
To serve:
- Serve on toasted corn tortillas, then garnish with cilantro, onion, salsa, guacamole, hot sauce, fresh limes - whatever vibe you're going for! Enjoy!
Notes
To toast the tortillas, just add them to a skillet over medium high heat for about 30 seconds to 1 minute per side. You can even fry them up in some of that juice - it's the BEST!
Nutrition
Serving: 1.25cupsCalories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 402mgPotassium: 548mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2.7gVitamin A: 95IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1.7mg
Please be aware that nutritional values are approximate and intended as a helpful guide
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