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Whole30 Carnitas Crockpot: A Simple, Tasty Recipe!

Whole30 Carnitas Crockpot
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A simple and delicious recipe for Whole30 compliant carnitas made in a crockpot.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Crockpot
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Paleo

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 orange, juiced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Place the pork shoulder in the crockpot.
  2. Add the quartered onion and minced garlic on top of the pork.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork.
  5. Pour the orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth over the pork.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  7. Once cooked, shred the pork with two forks and mix it with the juices in the crockpot.
  8. Serve warm with your favorite Whole30 compliant toppings.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sear the pork shoulder in a skillet before adding it to the crockpot.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • This recipe can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://101simplyrecipes.com/whole30-carnitas-crockpot-recipe/