Juicy Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas
The Juicy Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas are perfect for any night of the week! Make carnitas into a taco, burrito or a carnita bowl.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
Version 1
- 3-4 pounds pork shoulder (or pork butt) pasture raised
- 3 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup water
Version 2
- 3-4 pounds pork shoulder (or pork butt) pasture raised
- 3 teaspoon garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Instructions for both versions of the Juicy Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas
- Trim the fat off the pork shoulder, then rinse and pat it dry.
- Sear the pork shoulder in a cast iron until it browns on both sides, add it to the slow cooker.
- Add all ingredients for the version of the Juicy Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas you decide to make into the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on a low heat setting for 8-9 hours, or high heat setting for 4-5 hours. Pork should shred apart easily with two forks when it is done.
If you prefer a crispier pork, follow these instructions
- Transfer pork onto a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Broil the pork for 5-10 minutes on high heat or until the pork begins to crisp.
- Serve as a taco, burrito, or bowl adding all your favorite toppings. Enjoy!