SLOW-COOKER CARNITAS

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We shared these flavor-packed tacos with friends from church who came over to help us move. They're so good, I put them on my blog, manilaspoon.com! The slow cooker makes this recipe extra easy, and I love that whenever I make it, I'm reminded of the wonderful people back in Michigan. -Abigail Raines, Hamden, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup salsa
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
4 whole cloves
1-1/4 cups water
2 medium onions, chopped
1 bone-in pork shoulder roast (6 to 7 pounds)
24 corn tortillas (6 inches) or taco shells, warmed
Optional toppings: Shredded cheese, sour cream and chopped tomato, onion, cilantro and lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix first 9 ingredients. Place onions in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Place roast over onions; pour salsa mixture over roast. Cook, covered, on low until pork is tender, 8-10 hours., Remove roast; remove and discard bone. Shred pork with 2 forks. Serve in tortillas with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled pork mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring occasionally; add water or broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 757mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Multzam Gujjar
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This recipe is a keeper! The carnitas were so delicious and they were so easy to make. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Siniya Aktar Mim
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I've tried a lot of carnitas recipes, but this one is by far the best. The meat is so tender and juicy, and the flavors are amazing.


oscar garcia
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These carnitas are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving them with tortillas, salsa, and guacamole.


Md Sabit
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the carnitas. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Chamika Piumi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the carnitas came out perfect. They were so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Chey
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The carnitas were dry and flavorless.


Ronnie
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These carnitas are the best I've ever had. The meat is so tender and the flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Naime Bb
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The carnitas are so versatile, I can use them in tacos, burritos, or just eat them on their own.


Jeffrey Lee
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I love this recipe! The carnitas are always so tender and juicy.


Evelyn Jarina
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The carnitas were flavorful, but the meat was a bit tough.


Tana Riddell
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These carnitas were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making them again.


Willy Dos Santos Carvalho
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I used a pork loin instead of a pork shoulder and the carnitas were still delicious.


Dobre fans
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I made this recipe exactly as written and the carnitas were perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


SULEIMAN DAUDA
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The carnitas were a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


md agigur
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These carnitas were amazing! The meat was so juicy and flavorful. I served them with tortillas, salsa, and guacamole, and they were a huge hit.


Angie Angie
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The carnitas were flavorful and tender, but the cooking time was a bit too long for my taste. I would recommend reducing the cooking time by about an hour.


M Tahir
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This recipe was easy to follow and the carnitas were delicious! I used a pork shoulder and it came out so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Kobita Diary
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I was skeptical about making carnitas in the slow cooker, but I was pleasantly surprised. The meat came out perfect, and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdul Latif
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These carnitas were a huge hit with my family! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the slow cooker made it so easy. I will definitely be making this again.