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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos

Juicy cumin-lime pulled pork crisped in a pan, in warm tortillas with slaw, salsa and cilantro.

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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas TacosSlow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos

$2.70 a serving · 20 min

  • Under 30 min
  • Makes leftovers
  • Dairy-free
  • Nut-free
  • High protein
  • PCOS-friendly
  • Heart-healthy
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Thyroid-friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Mexican-inspired
  • Pork

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $10.80 if you cook for four.

Calories
760 kcal
Protein
38g
Carbs
73g
Fat
36g

Ingredients

For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

  • Limes½
  • Onions¼ medium
  • Cabbage¼ head
  • Fresh cilantro2 tbsp

Meat & seafood

  • Pork shoulder150 g

Bakery

  • Flour tortillas2

Pantry

  • Chunky salsa1¾ tbsp

Spices

  • Ground cumin⅓ tsp

How to cook it

  1. 1

    Rub the pork with the cumin and salt and put it in the slow cooker with the onion and half the lime juice.

  2. 2

    Cook on low for 8 hours, then shred.

  3. 3

    Crisp the shredded pork in a hot dry skillet for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Warm the tortillas and fill with the pork, shredded cabbage, salsa and cilantro.

  5. 5

    Squeeze over the rest of the lime.

People also ask

What to serve with Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos?
Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice, Hoisin Beef & Broccoli, or Chicken Fajitas. Those sit in the same style as Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos and keep the grocery list from exploding.
Can you meal prep Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos?
Yes. Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. pork and the sides reheat without falling apart.
How long does Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos last in the fridge?
3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
Is Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos dairy-free?
Yes. Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos is dairy free.
Is Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos high protein?
Yes. 38g of protein a serving from pork.

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