Mexican Tacos Carnitas – for the Crock-Pot!

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 4
Mexican Tacos Carnitas - for the Crock-Pot!
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6.5-8.25 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon ground ancho chili pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
4 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon oregano , fresh and snipped
1 teaspoon orange peel , finely shredded
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 lbs pork tenderloin , boneless ( can use pork shoulder roast )
2 onions , large and cut into wedges
1 can chicken broth
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
12 corn tortillas
cilantro , fresh and chopped ( to taste )
green onion , finely chopped ( to taste )
green chili salsa ( to taste )
lime ( optional , wedged )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
294
Sugar
3g
Fat
11g
Mexican Tacos Carnitas are a traditional Mexican dish consisting of slow-cooked pork served on corn tortillas with various toppings. This recipe calls for pork tenderloin, which is a leaner cut of meat that is healthier than other cuts like pork shoulder. The pork is slow-cooked in a crock-pot with orange juice, chicken broth, and a blend of spices, resulting in tender and flavorful carnitas that can be shredded and used to fill tacos. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a fiesta with friends.

Instructions

1.Mix together ancho chili pepper, ground coriander, minced garlic, fresh oregano, finely shredded orange peel, and ground black pepper in a small bowl.
2.Rub the spice mixture all over the pork tenderloin and place it in the crock-pot.
3.Add the onion wedges, chicken broth, orange juice, and honey to the crock-pot. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, until the pork is tender and can be shredded with a fork.
4.Remove the pork tenderloin from the crock-pot and shred it with a fork. Return the shredded pork to the crock-pot and mix it with the juices and onions.
5.Warm the corn tortillas in the oven or on the stovetop. Serve the carnitas on the warm tortillas with chopped cilantro, green onion, green chili salsa, and optional wedges of lime.

PROS

Mexican Tacos Carnitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be prepared in a crock-pot.

The tender, juicy, and flavorful pork is perfect for filling tacos and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

CONS

This meal can be high in sodium, especially if pre-packaged ingredients like chicken broth are used.

Tortillas and salsa may also be high in calories and should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork tenderloin is an excellent source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
Cilantro and green onions are both rich in antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Oranges provide vitamin C and fiber.

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