This recipe for pork carnitas results in tender, flavorful meat that's perfect for tacos, burritos, or simply served with rice and beans. The pork is slow-cooked to perfection and then crisped up just before serving for the perfect texture.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
8h
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 60 ml lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 240 ml orange juice
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2.5 kg pork shoulder
- 2 tsp salt
- 240 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Season the pork shoulder chunks with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and cumin.
Step 2
Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker. Add the fresh orange juice, lime juice, water, and bay leaves.
Step 3
Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and can be easily shredded.
Step 4
Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard the bay leaves.
Step 5
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shredded pork and cook until the edges are crispy, about 5-10 minutes.
Step 6
Serve the pork carnitas in tacos, burritos, or with rice and beans.