Paleo Carnitas Flour Tacos with Onion and Cilantro
Indulge in the rich, bold flavors of these Paleo Carnitas Flour Tacos with Onion and Cilantro—an irresistible fusion of tender, slow-cooked pork and vibrant toppings served in grain-free tortillas. Perfect for paleo enthusiasts, this recipe features expertly seasoned pork shoulder simmered to perfection in a tangy blend of orange and lime juice before being crisped for a signature golden finish. Topped with fresh chopped onion and cilantro, these tacos bring a balance of savory and refreshing flavors to every bite. Easy to prepare yet filled with complex layering, these gluten-free tacos are ideal for dinner parties or weeknight meals. Savor the best of paleo Mexican cuisine with this deliciously satisfying recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder
- 2 teaspoons Sea salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 large Onion
- 1 bunch Cilantro
- 8 tortillas Paleo flour tortillas
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and season with sea salt, black pepper, ground cumin, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chunks to the hot oil and sear on all sides until brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Pour the orange juice and lime juice over the pork pieces, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let the pork simmer for about 3 hours or until tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it with two forks.
Increase the heat to medium-high and let the cooking liquid reduce to about half its volume, then add the shredded pork back to the pot.
Crisp the pork by letting it cook in the reducing liquid, stirring occasionally until the edges turn golden and crispy.
Finely chop the onion and cilantro, setting both aside as garnishes.
Warm the paleo flour tortillas according to the package instructions.
Assemble the tacos by placing some shredded pork onto each tortilla, and garnishing with chopped onion and cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy the flavorful paleo carnitas tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.7 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.6 g | 343% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 6928 mg | 301% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.6 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 244.7 g | 489% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 4826 mg | 103% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
