Sweet and Spicy Slow Cooker Carnitas
"My family loves pulled pork, this Carnitas recipe is always a hit in our household. It combines the perfect amount of heat with a just a hint of sweet. Scoop it into tacos with all your favourite toppings. Taco night has never been easier...."
INGREDIENTS
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3.5 pounds pork shoulder (also known as pork butt, or blade roast)
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2 teaspoons brown sugar
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1 teaspoon ancho chile pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon coarse salt
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1 teaspoon white pepper
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1 teaspoon dried cilantro
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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1/2 teaspoon coriander
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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8 ounces of Coke (use water if watching your sugar consumption)
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8 ounces of water
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2 oranges (halved)
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2 limes (halved)
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3 garlic cloves
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Taco Toppings:
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1 packages of corn (or flour, tortillas)
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1 to 2 to matoes (cut into small chunks)
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1/2 red onion (diced)
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1/2 bunch of green onions (diced)
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Avocado (sliced thinly)
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Fresh cilantro (to taste)
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Optional:
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Salsa
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Lettuce
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