Description
Warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor, Easy Crockpot Carnitas are a delightful twist on a classic Mexican dish. This recipe transforms tender beef shoulder into succulent, shredded meat that is perfect for tacos, burritos, or hearty salads. The slow cooking process fills your home with an irresistible aroma, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a meal that everyone will love. Once you experience the juicy flavor of these carnitas, you’ll find yourself making them over and over again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless beef shoulder
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat from the beef shoulder and cut it into large chunks.
- Place the beef in the crockpot with onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, lime juice, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Shred the beef directly in the crockpot using two forks.
- Spread shredded carnitas on a baking sheet and broil for about 5 minutes to achieve a crispy texture.
- Serve in tortillas topped with avocado, cilantro, or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg