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    Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos

    Published: Sep 18, 2021 · Modified: Jun 6, 2023 by Megan

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    These Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos are so easy to make. The pork is cooked in a slow cooker then broiled in the oven, so the edges get crispy with the middle stays juicy and flavorful.

    Crock Pot Pork Carnitas in a taco topped with pico de gallo.

    I love how simple and easy this taco recipe is. The pork cooks in a crockpot with onion, jalapenos, garlic, orange juice, and spices.

    The meat comes out so tender and full of flavor. If you want to make the meat crispy ( which you don’t have to, it’s delicious without this step), then you can broil it in the oven for 5- 10 minutes until it gets those dark crispy bits.

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    • 👩‍🍳Tips
    • 🌮 Pulled Pork Taco Toppings
    • Other Carnitas Recipes
    • Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos
    • Food Safety
    Pork Carnitas ingredients in a Crock Pot

    I’ve made the carnitas with and without the jalapeno seeds. The seeds make the carnitas pretty spice, but I think the tortillas and cheese help mellow out the heat.

    If you want your dinner to be on the spicier side, include the jalapeno seeds. If you want a more mellow taco, do not include the seeds.

    Check out this post on 13 Mexican sides to serve with carnitas for great sides that will pair perfectly with your tacos.

    👩‍🍳Tips

    This recipe calls for orange juice. I like using Simply Orange for this recipe. Fresh orange juice from oranges will taste better, but oranges aren’t quite in season yet.

    🌮 Pulled Pork Taco Toppings

    These are a few of my favorite toppings for pork tacos:

    • Smashed Avacado
    • Pickled Onions
    • Salas
    • Lime
    • Cheese - Oaxaca, Cotija are more traditional, but I also like feta cheese and even goat cheese
    • Pico de Gallo
    Crock Pot Pork Carnitas in a taco topped with pico de gallo.

    Other Carnitas Recipes

    • Carnitas Quesadilla
    • Carnitas Enchiladas
    • Carnitas Fries
    • Caritas Burrito

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    Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos

    Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos

    These Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos are so easy to make. The pork is cooked in a slow cooker then broiled in the oven, so the edges get crispy with the middle stays juicy and flavorful.
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    Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 4 hours hours
    Servings: 8 -10 Tacos
    Calories: 200kcal
    Author: Megan
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1-1 ¼ lb lean boneless pork loin roast cut into 2-inch chunks
    • ½ white onion chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 jalapeno deseeded, chopped*
    • ⅓ cup orange juice you can juice 2-3 oranges or use orange juice
    • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
    • 2 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder salt, AND pepper
    • 8-10 Tortillas
    • Toppings – avocado pickled onions, salsa, lime, cheese, pico de gallo

    Instructions

    • Add the first 10 ingredients together, pork loin to pepper, in a slow cooker, and give everything a stir to combine. Cook on low for 5-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The pork is done once it shreds easily with a fork.
    • Remove pork from the slow cooker and shred with a fork. Add the meat back into the slow cooker and stir.
    • Spray a large baking sheet with oil. Move the oven rack to the place second from the top. Turn the broiler on. Scoop out meat with a slotted spoon. Spread the beef out on the pan. Drizzle with a little more of the liquid from the slow cooker.
    • Place the pan in the oven. Broil for 5-10 minutes, or until the meat gets crispy and the tips of the pork start to darken.
    • Fill your tacos with meat and top with desired taco toppings.

    Notes

    Included the jalapeno seeds for a medium spice level

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Taco | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 6g
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    Food Safety

    • Cook pork to a minimum temperature of 145F
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • See more guidelines at USDA.gov
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