Spicy Carnitas in a Crock Pot
Serves 6
Ingredients:
- Pork Shoulder (3-4lbs)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 Tablespoon Oregano
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 small can of Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce (use less if you prefer less spicy)
- 1 onion, quartered
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled
- Salt, to taste (~1 teaspoon)
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a crock pot. Cook on high for 6-8 hours
- Remove meat from crock pot and shred on a baking sheet. Add some of the cooking liquid until moist (about 1.5 cups)
- Broil meat until crispy on the outside but moist in the middle, stirring every 5-10 minutes. Add more cooking liquid if necessary
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