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Pork

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

Crispy-edged pulled pork with lime and cumin.

⏱ Prep 10m 🔥 Cook 480m 🍽 8 servings
360 cal 40g protein 4g carbs 20g fat
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Ingredients

  • 4 lb pork shoulder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • Salt & pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the pork with cumin, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Add the onion and lime juice to the slow cooker.

  3. 3

    Cook on low for 8 hours.

  4. 4

    Shred, then crisp under the broiler for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve hot.

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