Crockpot carnitas bowls are the easiest make ahead meal, and can be customized to each family member’s taste with different toppings. Plus, the leftovers are perfect for lunch at the office the next day!

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Crockpot Carnitas

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time7 hours hrs

Total Time7 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Crockpot, Easy, Pork, Simple, Slow Cooker

Equipment

• 1 Slow Cooker

Ingredients

• 1.5 – 2.0 lbs Pork Shoulder
• 1 White Onion
• 2 Jalapenos
• 4 Limes
• 1 Grapefruit
• 1 can Chipotle Sauce
• 1 can Beer

Instructions

• Cut your pork into 3-4 chunks, season well (I used salt, pepper, onion powder, & adobo seasoning), and add to your Crockpot
• Slice your onion and add on top of the meat
• Slice 2 jalapenos in half and add on top of the onions
• Juice the limes and grapefruit and pour on top of the meat and veggies
• Pour in 1/2 of the can of chipotle sauce
• Pour in the entire can of beer
• Cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 4-5 hours
• Remove cooked meat from the Crockpot and shred in a separate bowl
• Add shredded meat to a hot, oiled pan, and sear for 1-2 min on high until crispy edges start to form
• Spoon in some (maybe 1/2 cup to 1 cup) of the juices from the Crockpot on top of the meat, and scrape up the crispy bits in the pan, continue searing for 1 additional minute
• Serve with your toppings of choice and enjoy!

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