Pork Carnitas

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Pork Carnitas
370 min.
8
227kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that is both gluten-free and dairy-free, look no further than this mouthwatering Pork Carnitas recipe. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and tender texture. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a meal that is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor.

The star of this recipe is the boneless pork shoulder, which becomes incredibly tender as it cooks low and slow. Infused with a blend of spices including chili powder, cumin, and oregano, each bite is bursting with savory goodness. The addition of garlic and onion enhances the overall flavor profile, making this dish a true delight for the senses.

With a total cooking time of 370 minutes, the wait is well worth it. Once the pork is shredded, it can be served in a variety of ways—whether in tacos, burritos, or simply on its own. Each serving contains only 227 calories, making it a guilt-free option that doesn't compromise on taste. So gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to enjoy a comforting and flavorful meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • lb boston butt pork shoulder boneless trimmed cut into 2-inch chunks, of excess fat
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • cloves garlic 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • large onion quartered
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Sprinkle pork with salt, chili powder, cumin and oregano.
  2. Place in a slow cooker along with onion and garlic. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender and falling apart, about 6 hours. Shred pork and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories227kcal
Protein71.25%
Fat24.35%
Carbs4.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.38
Glycemic Load
0.5
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
21.660000355347%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.83mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:226.7kcal
11.34%
Fat:5.88g
9.04%
Saturated Fat:1.85g
11.54%
Carbohydrates:2.39g
0.8%
Net Carbohydrates:1.89g
0.69%
Sugar:0.83g
0.92%
Cholesterol:102.06mg
34.02%
Sodium:678.5mg
29.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.68g
77.37%
Vitamin B3:16.4mg
82.01%
Vitamin B1:1.11mg
73.98%
Vitamin B6:1.27mg
63.58%
Selenium:44.2µg
63.15%
Vitamin B2:0.8mg
47.1%
Phosphorus:398.24mg
39.82%
Vitamin B12:1.48µg
24.66%
Zinc:3.38mg
22.56%
Potassium:683.66mg
19.53%
Vitamin B5:1.7mg
17.03%
Magnesium:47.56mg
11.89%
Iron:1.75mg
9.72%
Copper:0.14mg
7.24%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.15%
Calcium:22.6mg
2.26%
Vitamin C:1.75mg
2.12%
Fiber:0.5g
1.98%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.75%
Vitamin A:78.32IU
1.57%
Vitamin K:1.14µg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes