Slow-Cooked Carnitas Tacos
Slow-Cooked Carnitas Tacos is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Toss pork in bowl of slow cooker with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to coat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionToss pork in bowl of slow cooker with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to coat.
Place onion pieces atop pork.
Cover slow cooker and cook pork on low setting until meat is very tender and falling apart, about 6 hours.
Using slotted spoon, transfer pork to cutting board.
Discard onion pieces.
Using fingers, shred pork; transfer carnitas to platter.
Place avocado slices, cilantro sprigs, and sliced red bell peppers, if desired, alongside.
Wrap corn tortillas in damp kitchen towel; microwave until warm, about 1 minute.
Serve carnitas with warm tortillas and tomatillo salsa.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.