Slow Cooker Carnita Tacos

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Slow Cooker Carnita Tacos Recipe

Slow Cooker Carnita Tacos are juicy, flavorful, and simple to prepare. Slow-cooked pork with a blend of spices and citrus juices yields tender and flavorful meat ideal for stuffing into tortillas. Enjoy with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 3 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon paprika

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 hours
• Total Time: 8 hours, 15 minutes

Instructions

• Combine the pork, onion, jalapeño, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker.
• Pour over the orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth and stir to combine.
• Cook for 8-10 hours on low, or 4-5 hours on high, until the pork is tender and falling apart.
• Shred the pork with two forks and combine it with the juices in the slow cooker.
• Cook for another 15 minutes on low after adding the cilantro.
• Serve the carnitas with your favorite toppings, such as diced onion, sliced avocado, shredded cheese, and hot sauce, in warm tortillas.

Slow Cooking Accessories

The Stay-At-Home Chef Slow Cooker Cookbook

Crockpot 2.5 Quart Mini Casserole Slow Cooker

Betty Crocker's Slow Cooker Cookbook

Kitchenaid Slow Cooker With Lid

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