CROCK POT TEX MEX CARNITAS

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Here's a twist on the usual Mexican carnitas...add some BBQ spices and citrus juices and you have this Tex Mex dish. Serve on lettuce leaves for a low carb option. (Recipe is from lifeasaplate.com)

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 -3 lbs pork roast (butt or shoulder works best)
1/4 cup yellow onion, diced
1/4 cup diced green chilis (canned is okay)
1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
1 1/4 cups diced tomatoes (a 15 oz can works)
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon honey (or agave)
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
cheddar cheese, for serving
guacamole, for serving
chopped tomato, for serving
corn tortilla, for serving
Spanish rice, for serving
refried beans, for serving

Steps:

  • Place roast in crock pot.
  • Mix all other ingredients (except items for serving) and pour over roast.
  • Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours.
  • About an hour prior to eating (if possible), shred the pork with a fork and stir.
  • Serve in lettuce bowls/wraps or tortillas and any other suggested toppings.

Zachary Corliss
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These carnitas were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Krafieq Khan
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This is the best carnitas recipe I've ever tried. I will definitely be making it again.


Prakit Sah
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The carnitas were a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Arman Shah
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I made this recipe for a party and everyone loved it. The carnitas were a huge hit.


TARAK mie
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This recipe is a keeper! The carnitas were so easy to make and they tasted amazing.


Kulsum Kulsum
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my carnitas didn't turn out as tender as I would have liked.


Nwachukwu Benita
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These carnitas were delicious! I especially liked the crispy edges.


Caleb Burgess
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The carnitas are so versatile - I've used them in tacos, burritos, and enchiladas.


Action Singer Hridoy
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The carnitas were a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Keren Ortega
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This is my new go-to carnitas recipe. It's so easy to make in the crock pot, and the results are amazing.


Bongokuhle Mkhonto
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My family loved this recipe! The carnitas were so tender and flavorful. I served them with rice and beans, and everyone went back for seconds.