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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

Yields8 ServingsPrep Time8 minsCook Time10 hrsTotal Time10 hrs 8 mins

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 1 ½ lbs Pork shoulder, trimmed
 2 ½ cups No sugar added low sodium crushed tomatoes
 2 Limes, juiced
 1 tbsp Paprika
 2 tbsp Garlic powder
 ½ tbsp Cumin
 1 tsp Dried oregano
1

In the bowl of a slow cooker, whisk together 1/2 cup water, crushed tomatoes, lime juice, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and dried oregano.

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2

Pat pork loin dry and carefully add to the slow cooker. Turn to coat all sides. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, until meat easily shreds.

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3

Shred pork and serve with juices. Garnish with cilantro (optional).

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Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

4 oz

Amount per serving
Calories120.4
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g4%

Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 56.1mg19%
Sodium 98.2mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 3.1g2%

Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 19.6g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.