Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas is flavorful braised pork that's addictively tender and crispy. It's great for tacos, burritos and bowls, and is the perfect meal prep dinner!

📝 Ingredients

• 4 lb. pork shoulder (cut into 4-6 large pieces)
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3 teaspoons kosher salt (or use 1 1/2 - 2 teaspoons regular table salt)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 large oranges (juiced (about 3/4 cup))
• 3 large limes (juiced (about 1/3-1/2 cup))
• 1/2 cup cilantro leaves (substitute with 2 bay leaves if you're not a fan of cilantro)
• 6 cloves garlic (smashed and peeled)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Trim some of the fat from the pork if there is an excessive amount of it. Combine the cumin, oregano, salt and pepper and rub all over the pork. Place the pork in the slow cooker with the fat cap facing up.
2. 2Place the garlic and cilantro in the slow cooker around the pork. Whisk the orange and lime juice together, then pour into the slow cooker.
3. 3Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for about 8 hours or until very tender.
4. 4Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
5. 5Preheat the broiler. Place the shredded pork in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle some of the reserved liquid over the top of the pork to moisten (this will promote browning).
6. 6Broil for about 5 minutes, or until the top of the pork is browned and crispy. Serve as tacos, burritos or in bowls with rice. Enjoy!