Carnitas Plate Recipe
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Ingredients
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Carnitas
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Carnitas
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks (about 2-3 inches each) and season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano.
- 2
Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker
Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker. Add the orange juice, lime juice, garlic cloves (smashed), onion (quartered), bay leaves, and water.
- 3
Cook the Carnitas
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the pork is very tender and shreds easily.
- 4
Shred the Meat
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat and the bay leaves.
- 5
Crisp the Carnitas
For crispy carnitas, spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes, until the edges are browned and crispy.
Serving the Plate
- 6
Prepare Toppings
Chop the fresh cilantro and red onion, and prepare lime wedges. Set aside.
- 7
Warm the Tortillas
Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- 8
Assemble the Plate
Serve the crispy carnitas on a plate with warm tortillas and a variety of toppings including cilantro, red onion, lime wedges, sour cream, and guacamole.
