crockpot carnitas

Name: Crockpot Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 h
Yield: 5
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2-4 pound(s) pork shoulder roast; 4 clove(s) garlic, peeled and each clove cut into 4 peices; 1 - fresh jalapeno pepper; 1 bunch(es) fresh cilantro (chop half of bunch); 1 can(s) beer (12 ounces); 1 package(s) corn or flour tortillas

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Michelle E Duren

Palmdale, CA

Updated on Mar 17, 2011

This recipe is so easy, simple and delicious!

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 6 Hr

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yield 5-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

2-4 pounds pork shoulder roast
4 cloves garlic, peeled and each clove cut into 4 peices
1 - fresh jalapeno pepper
1 bunch fresh cilantro (chop half of bunch)
1 can beer (12 ounces)
1 package corn or flour tortillas

How To Make crockpot carnitas

Step 1

With a knife, cut several small slits in the roast and insert the garlic.

Step 2

Place roast in crockpot with whole jalapeno pepper and half of the cilantro, which has been chopped.
Step 3

Season to taste and pour in beer.
Step 4

Cook on low: 9-11 hours, or high: 4-6 hours, until fork tender.
Step 5

Remove meat and shred.
Step 6

Serve with warm tortillas and your choice of garnishes*.
Step 7

*Suggested garnishes: Diced tomatoes, onions, sliced olives, shredded lettuce, sour cream, cheese, salsa, avacados or guacamole, and cilantro.
Step 8

Side dish....beans and spanish rice!
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