Slow-Cooked Citrus Carnitas

Yield: 8–10 servings

Ingredients

• 4 pounds pork shoulder
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 5 garlic cloves, smashed
• Juice of 2 oranges
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1/2 cup broth

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a slow cooker.
2. Cook on LOW for 8–10 hours.
3. Shred the pork.
4. Spread on a baking sheet with some of the cooking liquid.
5. Broil for 5–8 minutes until crispy.

Nutrition & Culinary Notes

• Citrus naturally helps tenderize meat during long, slow cooking.
• Low-temperature cooking preserves moisture without added fats or heavy sauces.
• Oregano and cinnamon add depth of flavor without relying on sweetness or processed marinades.
• Broiling at the end creates crisp edges for texture contrast without frying.

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