Pork Carnita Tacos Recipe
Make Pork Carnita Tacos Recipe in just 8h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pork Carnitas
Taco Assembly
Method
Pork Carnitas Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a slow cooker, place the seasoned pork, minced garlic, quartered onion, bay leaves, orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth.
- 3
Cook the Pork
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
- 4
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker, shred it using two forks, and discard any excess fat.
- 5
Crisp the Pork
Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes until the edges are crispy.
Taco Assembly
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Serve
Serve the tacos with lime wedges and salsa on the side for drizzling.