Dutch Oven Carnitas
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Pork carnitas are easy to make & a total crowd pleaser!
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Marinade
Pork Shoulder
Seasoning
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Mix together oregano, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Place the pork shoulder into a Dutch Oven and spread the seasoning all over the pork.
Season
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In a food processor add onion, garlic cloves, lime juice, orange juice, and hot sauce. Pulse it a few times. Pour the marinade over the top of the pork shoulder.
Marinade
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Cover the Dutch Oven with its lid and bake. No need to flip it or even touch it during it’s baking process!
Bake
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Carnitas can also be made in the slow cooker
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Here is how to make Carnitas in the Instant Pot!
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Serve in a warm tortilla and top with shredded cabbage, diced avocado, pico de gallo, Cojita or Queso Fresco cheese crumbles, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.
Assemble
Freeze one for later!
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Double the recipe and freeze one for later.
Pro Tip!
Great for Groups!