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Carnitas - Mexican Slow Cooker Pulled Pork, Pork Carnitas
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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas (GFDF, Keto, Whole30, Paleo)

This slow cooker pork carnitas recipe is a great way to set up a delicious and nutritious meal in a snap after a long day!
Course Mains
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 312kcal
Author Heather Cooan

Ingredients

  • 3 lb boneless pork roast shoulder or butt, cut into bite-size strips
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or 2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon each: black pepper; cumin; oregano; lemon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne

Instructions

  • Combine ingredients in crockpot.
  • Cook on high 1 hour, then low 8 hours.
  • Remove pork with a slotted spoon.
  • Pour liquid into a nonstick skillet and boil down to about ½ c.
  • Add pork and saute until browned.
  • Serve with all your favorite toppings - guacamole, salsa, sour cream, etc.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 1g