The Not So Skinny Cook

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:

1. Combine all ingredients in a crock pot. Cook on high for 6-8 hours
2. Remove meat from crock pot and shred on a baking sheet. Add some of the cooking liquid until moist (about 1.5 cups)
3. Broil meat until crispy on the outside but moist in the middle, stirring every 5-10 minutes. Add more cooking liquid if necessary