Pork Tacos from the Crock Pot
Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistibly tender and flavorful Pork Tacos from the Crock Pot! This easy slow-cooked recipe features seasoned chunks of boneless pork shoulder infused with smoky paprika, cumin, citrus juices, and a hint of garlic, creating melt-in-your-mouth perfection. After hours of slow cooking, the pork effortlessly shreds and soaks up every drop of its rich, savory juices. Serve the juicy shredded pork atop warm tortillas, and garnish with fresh cilantro, diced onion, and your favorite toppings like salsa or sour cream for a taco night that's truly unforgettable. With minimal prep and big, bold flavors, this crock pot pork taco recipe is a game-changer for feeding a crowd or spicing up family dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Pork shoulder (boneless)
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tsp Smoked paprika
- 2 tsp Ground cumin
- 1.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp Onion powder
- 2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 12 pieces Corn or flour tortillas
- 0.5 cup Diced onion (for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Salsa (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks (about 4 inches each).
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork pieces, ensuring they are well coated.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chunks for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. This step adds flavor but is optional if you're short on time.
Place the seared pork pieces into the crock pot.
In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, orange juice, and chicken broth. Pour the mixture over the pork in the crock pot.
Cover with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the pork directly in the crock pot. Stir the shredded pork into the juices to keep it moist and flavorful.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, oven, or microwave before serving.
Assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of shredded pork onto each tortilla.
Top with diced onion, chopped cilantro, and any additional toppings such as salsa or sour cream.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious pork tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 331.3 g | 425% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.0 g | 565% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1012 mg | 338% | |
| Sodium | 6818 mg | 296% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.4 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 274.7 g | 549% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 693 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 26.5 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 5226 mg | 111% | |
*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.
