CROCK POT CARNITAS

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This is an easy way to make delicious Carnitas (Mexican style shredded pork) in a crock pot. Serve with flour or corn tortillas, taco chips, refried beans, salsa, shredded cheese, etc.

Provided by Wheres_the_Beef

Categories     Pork

Time 6h5m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lbs pork shoulder or 3 lbs pork butt
4 cups chicken broth, hot
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder, medium hot
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Add hot chicken broth to crock pot.
  • Add spices and lime juice to crock pot and mix well into chicken broth.
  • Add pork to crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on High for 4 to 6 hours or until most of water is reduced and a thick gravy like sauce forms.
  • Shred meat and mix into thickened cooking sauces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594, Fat 42.5, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 161, Sodium 771.2, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 0.9, Protein 43.7

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