Quick Pork Carnitas Recipe

Slow Cooker Carnitas (Pork Carnitas with Pork Loin or …

WebMay 10, 2023 · Whisk or stir ingredients together until well combined. Set bowl aside. Place 2 pounds pork tenderloin or pork loin on cutting …

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1. Pat dry pork tenderloin with paper towels. Combine rub ingredients and rub all over tenderloin then place in your Crockpot.
2. Top with remaining ingredients, cover, and cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours. When done, the meat will be cooked through and very tender, easily separated with a fork.
3. Remove the tenderloin from the Crockpot and shred the meat with two forks. Do not discard juices.
4. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add enough carnitas to cover the surface without crowding and ladle a little of the carnitas juice over. Cook until juice has evaporated and the bottom of carnitas is crispy and browned. Flip and cook briefly, but not until too brown.

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WebSep 19, 2023 · Directions. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Place in a 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker (see Tip). To make a bouquet garni, cut a 6 …

1. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Place in a 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker (see Tip).
2. To make a bouquet garni, cut a 6-inch square from a double thickness of cheesecloth. Place peppercorns, cumin seeds, garlic, oregano, and bay leaves in center of the cheesecloth square. Bring up corners of the cheesecloth and tie with kitchen string. Add to the slow cooker. Add broth.
3. Cover and cook on Low for 10 to 12 hours or on High for 4 1/2 to 5 hours.
4. Using a slotted spoon, remove the meat from the slow cooker. Discard the bouquet garni and the cooking liquid. Using two forks, coarsely shred the meat; discard any fat. Sprinkle the meat with lime peel and lime juice; toss to mix. Serve atop tortillas. Top with scallions and if desired, sour cream and salsa.

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