Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Meal Prep
This Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas recipe brings tender, flavorful pork that can be easily prepared in bulk for meal prep. Perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, or salads, these carnitas are versatile, delicious, and store well for several days.
Cuisine: Mexican
Cooking time: 490 minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 3 pounds pork shoulder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 3. In a bowl, mix the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
- 4. Rub the spice mixture all over the seared pork shoulder, then place it in the slow cooker.
- 5. Pour the chicken broth around the pork, cover, and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
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