Slow Cooker Beer Braised Pork Carnitas
Seasoned and moist, this slow cooker beer braised pork carnitas is so full of flavor, very easy to make and perfect for Taco Tuesday or any night of the week!
Servings 6
Calories 370kcal
Ingredients
- 1 4- lb bone in pork shoulder
- 1 tablespoon chile powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion sliced
- 7 sage leaves fresh
- 22 fl oz bottle of beer any kind
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the spices and seasonings. Rub spice mixture all over pork shoulder roast.
- Heat a large non-stick pan over high heat and add olive oil.
- Place roast into the hot oil and sear meat until browned, about 5 minutes. Flip roast over and continue to brown each side of the roast.
- Remove roast from heat and place in a large 6-quart slow cooker.
- Spread onion slices and sage leaves around the roast and pour beer over it.
- Cover slow cooker and cook on high heat for 4 hours.
- Pull bone off the roast and discard. Cut roast into chunks and cook for an additional 2 hours.
- Transfer pork to a cutting board or rimmed baking sheet. Use 2 forks or your fingers to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces, discarding any large pieces of fat.
- Transfer shredded carnitas to a serving, pour juice over it (if desired).
- Serve with tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, cilantro, shredded cheese and/or sautéed onions and peppers.
Notes
If you like a bit of heat, add a serrano chile to the slow cooker or stir in a little smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
TO STORE: Store any leftover pork in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
TO FREEZE: You can also freeze leftovers. Transfer to a resealable bag or freezer safe container and freeze for up to 4 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 782mg | Potassium: 879mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 576IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg
