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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Sides
Method
Preparation of Carnitas
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and place it in a slow cooker.
- 2
Add the Marinade
In a separate bowl, mix together the orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Pour this mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
- 3
Add Onion
Chop the onion into quarters and add it to the slow cooker.
- 4
Cook the Pork
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easy to shred.
Shredding and Serving
- 5
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat and bay leaves.
- 6
Serve the Carnitas
Serve the shredded pork in tortillas with optional sides such as salsa, guacamole, and lime wedges. Garnish with chopped cilantro.