CROCK POT 'CARNITAS'

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Make and share this Crock Pot 'carnitas' recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mariposa13

Categories     Pork

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2-2 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 2 inch cubes
1 medium onion, peeled and sliced
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
4 slices orange rind, from half an orange (optional)
1 (12 ounce) can Mr Pibb soda or 1 (12 ounce) can Coca-Cola
16 fajita-size flour tortillas
1 large tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped, to taste
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine pork, onion, jalapeno, orange peel and soda in a crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
  • Uncover and shred the meat using 2 forks.
  • Serve on flour tortillas and top with pico de gallo, if desired.
  • For Pico de Gallo:.
  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to use; Makes 1 1/2 cups.
  • Note: Also, up to 2 teaspoons each of fresh minced garlic and dried oregano can be added to taste.
  • The carnitas can be served rolled into flour tortillas or in taco shells.
  • Topping options include pico de gallo, guacamole or shredded cheese with a bit of taco sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.3, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 56.1, Sodium 936.3, Carbohydrate 80, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 8.4, Protein 29.6

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