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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

This slow cooker pork carnitas is simmered low and slow for 8 hours, and seasoned with fresh citrus, onion and garlic, and bay leaves.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 hours
Total Time5 hours 15 minutes
Course: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Tex Mex
Keyword: crock pot carnitas, crock pot pork carnitas, easy pork carnitas, pork butt recipes, pork carnitas, pork recipes, slow cooker carnitas
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless pork butt cut into 1.5 inch cubes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 orange quartered
  • 1 lime juiced quartered
  • 1 white onion thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to your slow cooker. Stir them around to ensure that all of the ingredients are well mixed. 
  • Cook on low for 8 hours, or high for 5 hours, or until the pork is falling apart. 
  • Optional, but highly recommended! To crisp the carnitas, shred the pork and then heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add one tablespoon of olive oil and then add the pork. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the pork is crisp around the edges. 
  • Serve warm, with your choice of toppings. Store any leftover carnitas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 314mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g