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Keto Pork Carnitas

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

20m prep + 240m cook6 servings
SOY-free
450 cal|40g protein|5g carbs|30g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs 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

Instructions

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

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