Name: Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 75 min
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon chili powder; 5 lbs. boneless pork shoulder or butt; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup pineapple juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon cumin; Kosher salt and black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Tortillas, pineapple salsa, avocado, lime wedges

Pork Carnitas

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Carnitas-juicy, tender, and crispy carnitas made in the pressure cooker. Use this easy carnitas recipe to make tacos, burritos, salads, quesadillas, and more!

Wheat

Gluten Free

Lactose Free

Seasonings

gram

chili powder

Pork

Boneless Pork Shoulder Butt Roast

Juice

milliliter

lime juice

Stocks & Broths

chicken broth

pineapple juice

Sugars & Sweeteners

brown sugar

smoked paprika

dried oregano

ground cinnamon

Fresh Vegetables

garlic

ground cumin

Salt & Pepper

Oils

olive oil

Tortillas & Wraps

tortilla

Water

Calories

Carbohydrates

Protein

Dietary Fiber

Sugar

Cholesterol

Trans fatty acids

Saturated Fat

Vitamin A

Vitamins

Vitamin C

Copper

Minerals

Manganese

Selenium

Thiamin (B1)

Riboflavin (B2)

Choline

Alpha-carotene

Beta-cryptoxanthin

Lycopene

Niacin (B3)

Pantothenic acid (B5)

Vitamin B6

Iodine

Total monounsaturated fatty acids

Total polyunsaturated fatty acids

Calcium

Iron

Magnesium

Phosphorus

Potassium

Sodium

Zinc

Folic Acid (B9)

Beta-carotene

Lutein+zeaxanthin

Dietary Folate Equivalents

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Pork Carnitas 

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Carnitas

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 above!

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