Keto Pork Carnitas

Authentic Mexican pork carnitas, slow-cooked until tender and then crisped up in a pan. Made without soy.

260m6 servings

SOY-free

450 cal|40g protein|5g carbs|30g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

about 1360 g Pork Shoulder
1 large Orange
1 large Lime
4 cloves Garlic
1 large Onion
1 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Cumin
2 count Bay Leaves
1 tbsp Salt
0.5 tsp Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks.
2In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the pork, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
3Add enough water to cover the pork.
4Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is very tender and easily shredded.
5Remove the pork from the pot and shred it with two forks. Discard the bay leaves.
6Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and crisp up the shredded pork in batches until golden brown.
7Serve immediately with your favorite keto toppings, such as avocado, cilantro, and salsa.

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