Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos
 
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These slow cooker pork carnitas are such a versatile meat. I serve them in tacos, on roasted sweet potatoes, in rice bowls, or over salads!
Serves: 8
Ingredients
CARNITAS SEASONING:
  • 2 tbsp. Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp. Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp. Dried Oregano
  • 2 tsp. Cumin
  • 1 tbsp. Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp. Paprika
  • 2 tbsp. Lime Juice
FOR THE SLOW COOKER:
  • 4 lb. Boneless Pork Shoulder
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 cup Orange Juice
SUGGESTIONS FOR SERVING:
  • Corn or Flour Tortillas
  • Yellow or White Onion, chopped
  • Fresh Cilantro
  • Cojita Cheese
  • Fresh Jalapeños
  • Avocado Slices or Guacamole
  • Lime Wedges
Instructions
  1. Mix all ingredients listed for the “seasoning”. Note, the lime juice will make this somewhat of a paste.
  2. Rub the exterior of the pork shoulder with the seasoning and then place in a slow cooker (fat cap up) with garlic and orange juice.
  3. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours. The meat should be tender enough to shred with two forks. Remove the meat from the slow cooker, shred, and place in a large bowl.
  4. Pour 1 cup of the liquid from the slow cooker into the bowl. Mix to combine. (This is all the flavor for the meat!)
  5. Transfer the shredded pork in an even layer to a large baking sheet and turn the oven to 400F. Roast for 5 -6 minutes, or until browned and crispy.
  6. Serve immediately on tortillas and top with suggested items above. Enjoy!
Recipe by Slice of Jess at https://sliceofjess.com/slow-cooker-pork-carnitas-tacos/