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Carnitas Tacos Recipe

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@chicamiami

Nov 30 2025

8h

Serves 6

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Recipe information

Make Carnitas Tacos in just 8h . Slow-cooked pork, topped with salsa verde.

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Ingredients

Meat

Taco Assembly

Preparation

Preparation of Pork

1. Season the Pork

In a large bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.

2. Slow Cook the Pork

Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Add lime juice, chicken broth, and bay leaves. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

3. Shred the Pork

Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes. Use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.

Assembling Tacos

4. Warm the Tortillas

In a dry skillet over medium heat, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

5. Build the Tacos

Place a generous amount of shredded pork on each tortilla. Top with salsa verde, diced onions, and fresh cilantro.

6. Serve

Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

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