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Slow-Cooked Carnitas Tacos

These slow-cooked carnitas tacos offer a delicious, high-protein take on a Mexican classic. By gently simmering the pork shoulder with fragrant oregano and onions, the meat becomes incredibly tender and infused with savoury flavour. Using a slow cooker ensures the pork remains succulent, making it the perfect filling for traditional corn tortillas without the need for constant monitoring in the kitchen.

Ideal for a relaxed weekend dinner or a nutritious midweek feast, this recipe is naturally gluten-free and easily customisable. Serve the shredded pork with fresh avocado, coriander, and a vibrant tomatillo salsa to balance the richness of the meat. It is a brilliant way to feed a crowd or prepare a versatile protein for healthy meal prepping throughout the week.

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Ingredients for Slow-Cooked Carnitas Tacos

  • 900g boneless country-style pork ribs or pork shoulder (Boston butt), cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano (preferably Mexican)

  • 1/2 large onion, cut into 4 pieces

  • 1 avocado, halved, pitted, sliced

  • Fresh coriander sprigs

  • Sliced red peppers (optional)

  • Corn tortillas

  • Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

How to make Slow-Cooked Carnitas Tacos

Toss pork in bowl of slow cooker with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to coat. Place onion pieces atop pork. Cover slow cooker and cook pork on low setting until meat is very tender and falling apart, about 6 hours.

Using slotted spoon, transfer pork to cutting board. Discard onion pieces. Using fingers, shred pork; transfer carnitas to platter. Place avocado slices, coriander sprigs, and sliced red peppers, if desired, alongside. Wrap corn tortillas in damp kitchen towel; microwave until warm, about 1 minute. Serve carnitas with warm tortillas and tomatillo salsa.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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