Carnitas Taco Recipe
Savor the bold flavors of our Carnitas Taco, featuring tender, slow-cooked pork seasoned to perfection and nestled in a warm, soft corn tortilla. Topped with zesty pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of creamy lime sauce, each bite is a delightful explosion of taste that transports you straight to the heart of Mexico. Perfectly paired with a side of our house-made salsa for an extra kick!
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Ingredients
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Taco Filling
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks. Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano.
- 2
Cook in Slow Cooker
Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker. Add orange juice, lime juice, chopped garlic, chopped onion, and bay leaves. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- 3
Shred the Meat
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes. Shred the meat with two forks.
- 4
Crisp the Carnitas
Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. In batches, add the shredded pork and cook until crispy edges form, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Serve
Serve the carnitas in corn or flour tortillas with your choice of toppings such as cilantro, onions, lime wedges, and salsa.
