Simple Crock-Pot Carnitas

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 14

Simple Crock-Pot Carnitas that will melt in your mouth

by The Chefin Meat

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

470

Sugar

Fat

32g

Carnitas are a traditional Mexican dish of slow-cooked pork meat that is often used as a filling for tacos, burritos, or served as a main course with rice and beans. This recipe shows you how to make Simple Crock-Pot Carnitas that are juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor, using only a handful of ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. This recipe is perfect for busy weekdays as you can prepare it in the morning and come back to a delicious meal in the evening.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix the chipotle powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and onion powder together.
2.	Rub the spice mixture over the pork ribs.
3.	Place the seasoned pork ribs in a crock-pot and cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 8-10 hours.
4.	Once the pork ribs are cooked, shred the meat with two forks and mix it into the juices left in the crock-pot.
5.	Serve on tacos, burritos, or with a side of rice and beans.

PROS

These Crock-Pot Carnitas are incredibly flavorful and tender, with the perfect blend of spices and juicy pork meat.

They are also very easy to make and can be used in a variety of dishes, making them a versatile addition to any meal plan.

CONS

While these Crock-Pot Carnitas are delicious, they are relatively high in fat and calories.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not the healthiest food on the menu, these Crock-Pot Carnitas provide a good source of protein, essential amino acids, and energy for the body.
The spices used in the recipe have various health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and digestive properties.

	1 tablespoon dried chipotle powder
	2 teaspoons cumin
	2 teaspoons garlic powder
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	1 teaspoon onion powder
	3 lbs country-style boneless pork ribs