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Ingredients
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Carnitas Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 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, combine the seasoned pork, orange juice, lime juice, garlic cloves (smashed), onion (cut into quarters), bay leaves, and water.
- 3
Slow Cook
Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- 4
Shred the Meat
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- 5
Crisp the Carnitas
For extra flavor and texture, spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 5-7 minutes until crispy edges form.
- 6
