Best Carnitas (Slow Cooker Pulled Pork)

Best Carnitas (Slow Cooker Pulled Pork)

from downshiftology.com
490 min
8 servings

Create the most juicy and tender carnitas right in your slow cooker. Then broil it in the oven for the perfect crispy, golden edges. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 4 pound boneless pork shoulder or butt
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper (deseeded and finely diced)
  • 1 orange (juiced)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl place oregano, cumin, black pepper, salt, and chili powder, then stir together.

  2. 2

    Place the shredded pork on a baking sheet. Pour 1 cup of the reserved slow cooker liquid over the pork to keep it moist and tender.