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Easy Healthy Carnitas Slow Cooker or Instant Pot

WEBOct 12, 2023 · Switch to prevent your screen from going dark. 1. Instant pot: Cut the pork into 3-4 large pieces. Add to the Instant Pot with …

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1. Instant pot: Cut the pork into 3-4 large pieces. Add to the Instant Pot with remaining ingredients and toss until pork is well coated in the spices. Press the “Meat” setting and then press the “Pressure” button until the light on “High Pressure” turns on. Set the time to 30 minutes using the up and down arrows Cook and let the steam naturally release. It will take about 15 minutes. Carefully remove the lid and shred using two forks. For crispy carnitas, see step 3.
2. Slow Cooker: Cut the pork into 3-4 large pieces. Toss with the remaining ingredients until everything is well coated. Cook on low for 8 hours. Shred with two forks.
3. For crispy carnitas, cover a baking sheet with foil. Turn the broiler on high. Spread the meat out on the baking sheet. Broil for 4-6 minutes until crispy. Toss with some of the cooking juice after broiling to add moisture back to the pork.

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Carnitas Recipe (tender and crispy!) Fit Foodie Finds

WEBNov 7, 2021 · Mix the pork in all of the delicious juices in the bottom of the slow cooker. Broil pork. Preheat the oven to 450ºF and let the carnitas …

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1. Combine the spices for the dry rub in a small bowl and set aside.
2. Season the pork shoulder with the dry rub by massaging the pork with the spices on all sides. Let it sit for at least 10-15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, place the white onion, garlic, and broth into the slow cooker and turn your slow cooker to high.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium/high heat. Add olive oil. When olive oil is fragrant, add the pork shoulder to the pan. Brown both sides of the pork shoulder for 3-4 minutes on each side.

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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas (BEST Authentic Recipe!)

WEBMay 1, 2023 · Heat oil in a large pan over high heat. Add the pork and sear on each side until browned, about 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer pork to …

1. Heat oil in a large pan over high heat. Add the pork and sear on each side until browned, about 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer pork to a large slow cooker.
2. Add the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours or until the pork is tender. Remove the bay leaves.
3. Remove the meat from the slow cooker and shred. (Make sure to keep the liquid)
4. Transfer the shredded pork to a baking sheet and broil for 5 minutes or until crispy.

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