If you imagine that there is just one way of making pork carnitas in a slow cooker, think again! There are a ton of different twists that you can put on this dish to get your perfect flavor combination. Go ahead and check out these recipes!
In this classic pork carnitas recipe, the pork is patted down with a delicious herb and spice rub and placed in the slow cooker. You then add in minced garlic, jalapeno, oranges, and chopped onion into the cooker. Cook until tender, shred, and then fry the pork in its own juices!
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If you are slow cooking a lot of pork, then it can be a bit annoying to have to pan fry them all. This recipe shows you how to crisp up the pork in the oven. Don’t worry, there is still plenty of flavor as the pork carnitas are cooked in their own seasoned juices as they get nice and crispy!
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This slow cooker pork carnitas recipe includes a bottle of beer! This is a great way to add even more flavor to the meat and tenderize it further. This recipe also contains tons of spices and flavors that take these pork carnitas to a whole new level!
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Do you love the flavor of pork carnitas but prefer them tender and not crispy? If so, this is the recipe for you! Here, the pork is cooked in a whole host of spices and aromatics but isn’t fried after it is shredded. Instead, the meat is shredded and then soaked in its cooking juices to absorb even more flavor!
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Believe it or not, cola makes these pork carnitas even tastier! The cola adds a caramel flavor (and color) to the meat even as it tenderizes it. For the best results, try to find Mexican coke – it is made from real sugar and has a much better flavor.
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If you prefer a saucier or tangier version of slow cooker pork carnitas, then you should check this recipe out! In addition to the herbs, spices, and aromatics, this recipe includes salsa! You can use your choice of salsa to change the flavor and texture of the sauce.
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These pork carnitas bring the heat! Here, you use chili powder, chipotle peppers in adobo, and spicy salsa to kick the flavor and the heat up a notch! To make it easier for the pork to absorb the flavor, blend the sauce ingredients together before adding them to the slow cooker.
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You don’t need to cook pork in a smoker to get that gorgeous smoky flavor. This recipe does it with the help of liquid smoke. Just add liquid smoke to the rest of the savory ingredients and cook until the meat is tender. It is as simple as that!
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These pork carnitas add the ancho peppers into the mix in a very unique way! Here, the ancho peppers are deseeded and sliced and then added to the meat once it has been slow cooked and shredded. The peppers are roasted in the oven along with the shredded pork, adding spice and a complex flavor to the mix!
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If you want to add a bit of interesting flavor and some heat into the mix, then this is a good recipe to consider. This recipe includes green chiles but don’t worry, these carnitas aren’t very spicy. In fact, these pork carnitas are a good option if you want to keep the seasoning as simple as possible!
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Wondering what to do with your pork carnitas? Well, this recipe shows you the way! Here, the pork is slow cooked in beer, orange juice, and spices. Then it is shredded and fried before being added to queso covered tostados and topped off with your desired toppings!
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This is the recipe to check out if you are looking for pork carnitas with less fat. For this recipe, you use pork loin instead of the butt or shoulder. Since you are using a ton of seasonings and aromatics, you will not be able to tell the difference! These carnitas are as delicious as any other!
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The seasonings for these pork carnitas are fairly simple but delicious. They flavor the meat but don’t overpower the natural flavor of it. This is why the pickled onions are such a fun addition to the carnitas! They add flavor and texture and make the ultimate taco topper!
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These slow cooker pork carnitas are delicious but they taste even better with this homemade corn salsa! The corn salsa is made from corn, cilantro, onion and cotija cheese. It is sweet, light, and punchy – the perfect accompaniment!
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Want to add a little twist to your slow cooker carnitas? Then, add some roasted jalapenos to the cooking mix before slow cooking the pork. The jalapenos add a hint of smokiness and spiciness and make for more complex carnitas.
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The combination of sweet and spicy makes these pork carnitas absolutely irresistible! The cooking sauce gets its sweetness from brown sugar and cola while the spiciness comes from ancho chili powder and red chili flakes. These flavors balance each other out beautifully!
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Is there a more festive pairing than pork and pineapple? If you want to add sweet and tangy flavors to your pork carnitas, this is the way to do it! To add even more flavor, the pineapple and pork is beautifully spiced with chipotle. Deliciousness all around!
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For this recipe, you add apple cider to the chicken broth for the base of the cooking sauce. This adds a warm and tangy flavor to the meat that really makes those spices stand out. It is a great option if you want to try something new with your carnitas!
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Slow cooked in beer and spices, these pork carnitas are paired beautifully with this homemade sweet chili sauce and avocado crema. They go well with anything from tacos to burritos and are super easy to make!
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Are you looking for carnitas that are on the milder side? Well, this is the recipe for you! These carnitas are made with pork tenderloin, making sure that the meat will be extra tender. Instead of traditional seasonings, this recipe relies on salsa and onions to offer up a saucy boost of flavor!
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This is such a great treat for a summer barbecue! In addition to the traditional seasonings, these pork carnitas include a touch of tequila and lager. Don’t worry, your carnitas aren’t going to taste boozy – instead, they will have a hint of deep and unusual flavors from the alcohol.
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Pork carnitas are the perfect option for burrito bowls! Here, the pork carnitas are cooked in a savory and tangy sauce and then shredded. The shredded meat is served on top of fresh rice and homemade pineapple salsa. You can also add any toppings you like!
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This is such a unique way of serving up your pork carnitas. Once the pork has been cooked in spices until tender, you then serve it on top of roasted sweet potatoes. You can top this off with anything you like sour cream and cheese!
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This is yet another mild pork carnitas recipe. Pork tenderloin is slow cooked in salsa verde until it is ready to be shredded and served alongside homemade cilantro rice!
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There you have it – all the slow cooker pork carnitas you could possibly want! Everything from mild, spicy, and flavorful dishes to boozy ones – the options are endless!
