Slow Cooker Carnitas

Instructions

1. 1

   Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.

2. 2

   Season the pork chunks with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Place the pork in the slow cooker.

4. 4

   Chop the onion and mince the garlic, then add them to the slow cooker.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, and ground cinnamon over the pork.

6. 6

   Pour the orange juice and lime juice over the seasoned pork.

7. 7

   Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily.

8. 8

   Once cooked, shred the pork using two forks and mix with the juices in the slow cooker.

9. 9

   If desired, spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for a few minutes until the edges are crispy.

10. 10

    Serve the carnitas with your choice of accompaniments, such as tortillas, rice, beans, salsa, and guacamole.