Description
Tender, juicy, and crisped to perfection, this slow cooker carnitas recipe uses boneless beef and a zesty citrus marinade for an unforgettable meal ready with minimal prep.
Ingredients
3 lbs boneless beef shoulder or chuck
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp kosher salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup lime juice
1 onion, sliced
Instructions
Place the sliced onion at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Rub spice mix into the beef and place it on top of the onions.
Add garlic, orange juice, and lime juice.
Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 5 hours.
Remove beef and shred with forks.
Spread on a foil-lined sheet pan and broil for 10–15 minutes until crispy.
Notes
For crispiness, don’t overcrowd the broiler pan.
Store leftovers in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: slow cooker carnitas, crockpot carnitas, halal beef carnitas