
Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas
Cost $20, save $30
Source: Recommended by CookPal
- 420 Min
- 10 Servings
- $20
Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas
Cost $20, save $30
Source: Recommended by CookPal
- 420 Min
- 10 Servings
- $20
INGREDIENTS
Protein
- 4 pounds pork shoulder
Seasoning
- 🧂 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 🧄 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
Oil
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
STEPS
Cut pork into 5 to 6 large chunks. Season each piece evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin.
Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add pork in a single layer to the hot skillet. Cook untouched until well browned on one side, about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Remove meat and place into the bottom of a slow cooker.
To the hot skillet, add onion and cook 1 minute. Deglaze pan with orange juice, lime juice, and 1 1/4 cups water. Scrape up any browned bits and pour the mixture over pork in the slow cooker. Add bay leaves and cover.
Cook on High for 4 to 5 hours or on Low for 6 to 7 hours, or until pork is very tender.
Preheat the oven to broil. Remove pork from the slow cooker, shred into large pieces, and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Spoon some of the juices over the pork and broil for 3 to 5 minutes until crispy, tossing halfway through.
Serve in toasted tortillas with jalapeño slices, chopped onion, cilantro, lime wedges, or as desired.
NUTRIENTS
Per 1 serving🔥
900
Calories
- 51Protein
- 68Carbs
- 46Fats
💡 For enhanced flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice and lime juice.To save time, shred the pork while still warm.Keep extra juice from the slow cooker for reheating leftovers or making a sauce.