Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Carnitas Crockpot
- Begin by trimming any excess fat from the pork shoulder, then cut it into large chunks for even cooking.
- Place the pork chunks into your slow cooker. Pour in the orange juice and lime juice, then add the minced garlic and chopped onion for a burst of flavor.
- Next, sprinkle the cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, pepper, and bay leaves over the top. Gently toss the ingredients to ensure the pork is well-coated.
- Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Once cooking time is complete, carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a large cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Spread the shredded pork evenly on a baking sheet. Broil in the oven for 5-8 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent it from drying out.
- Before serving, drizzle some of the cooking liquid from the slow cooker over the crisped pork to ensure it remains moist.
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Notes
Leftover carnitas can be frozen for up to 3 months. Store in an airtight container with cooking liquid to maintain moisture.
