Name: Zesty Carnitas Tacos with Lime-Orange Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks; 1 cup orange juice; Zest and juice of 2 limes; 1 onion, quartered; 4 garlic cloves; 1 tsp cumin; Salt & pepper to taste; Corn tortillas; Fresh cilantro, chopped; Quick orange-lime salsa (see below)

Ingredients

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2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
1 cup orange juice
Zest and juice of 2 limes
1 onion, quartered
4 garlic cloves
1 tsp cumin
Salt & pepper to taste
Corn tortillas
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Quick orange-lime salsa (see below)

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Instructions

Toss pork with orange juice, lime zest and juice, garlic, onion, cumin, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker or Dutch oven.
Cook on low for 6–8 hours or until it falls apart.
Shred and crisp in a hot skillet for that perfect taco texture.
Serve in warm tortillas with fresh salsa and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Hours
Category: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican