pork carnitas (slow cooker)

Gluten Free | Whole30 | Dairy Free

For the Pork Carnitas: - boneless pork shoulder or butt roast - garlic cloves - yellow onion - chili powder - ground cumin - dried oregano - ground cinnamon - chipotle powder - fine salt - black pepper - lime juice - orange juice

INGREDIENTS

For the Cilantro-Lime Sauce: - mayonnaise - garlic cloves - fresh cilantro leaves - fine salt - juice of lime

INGREDIENTS

In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, cinnamon, chipotle powder, salt, and black pepper to make the spice rub.

STEP 1:

Rub the spice mixture onto the entire surface of the pork. Place pork in slow cooker. Place onions and garlic on top of pork.

STEP 2:

Pour the lime juice and orange juice over all and place the lid on the slow cooker. No stirring necessary!

STEP 3:

Set the slow cooker to LOW and cook for 8-9 hours or until the pork shreds easily with a fork.

STEP 4:

Optional: Spread shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 3-4 minutes until edges of pork are crispy.

STEP 5:

These pork carnitas might be the easiest solution to taco night yet with just 10 minutes of prep and a low and slow, hands-off cook time.

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