Name: Crispy Slow-Cooked Pork Carnitas Tacos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 5 oz pork shoulder; 0.25 tsp sea salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.25 tsp ground cumin; 0.25 tsp dried oregano; 1 tbsp orange juice; 1 clove garlic; 1 medium corn tortillas; 0.13 cup Greek yogurt; 0.5 oz cotija cheese; 0.25 cup red onion; 2 tbsp cilantro; 0.5 whole lime

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Crispy Slow-Cooked Pork Carnitas Tacos

Slow-roasted pork shoulder shredded and seared until golden, served in warm corn tortillas with tangy yogurt and zesty lime for a vibrant, crispy finish.

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NUTRITION

Protein

33.2g

Fat

36.1g

Carbs

26.3g

SERVINGS

1 serving

INGREDIENTS

5 oz pork shoulder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp ground cumin

0.25 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp orange juice

1 clove garlic

1 medium corn tortillas

0.13 cup Greek yogurt

0.5 oz cotija cheese

0.25 cup red onion

2 tbsp cilantro

0.5 whole lime

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PREPARATION

1
Rub the pork shoulder thoroughly with sea salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and dried oregano.
2
Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker along with the orange juice and minced garlic clove.
3
Cook on low heat for 8 hours until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
4
Shred the pork using two forks and discard any excess pieces of fat from the liquid.
5
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the shredded pork for 4 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy.
6
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side until they are soft and pliable.
7
Distribute the crispy pork evenly between the two warm tortillas.
8
Garnish the tacos with a dollop of Greek yogurt, crumbled cotija cheese, diced red onion, and fresh cilantro.
9
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for a bright, citrusy finish.