Carnitas Recipe (Mexican Pulled Pork)

Step 1

Pat the pork dry with a paper towel. Combine salt, pepper and dried oregano and rub pork with the seasoning.

Step 2

In the slow cooker, add chopped onion, garlic cloves, broth, lime juice, orange juice, and bay leaves if using.

Step 3

Add the pork to the slow cooker. Cook on high for 5 hours or on low for 7-9 hours.

Step 4

Remove the pork from the slow cooker and transfer it to a rimmed baking sheet. Shredded the pork with two forks and drizzle the top with 1/2 cup of the slow cooker juices.

Step 5

To get crispy edges, broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.