Whole30 Carnitas Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these irresistible Whole30 Carnitas Tacos—a vibrant and healthy twist on a classic favorite! Made with tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder infused with fresh citrus juices, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices, this recipe captures bold, authentic flavors without sacrificing your nutritional goals. After crisping the shredded pork under the broiler for those signature golden edges, the carnitas are served atop crisp lettuce leaves for a grain-free, paleo-friendly taco base. Garnished with creamy avocado, zesty red onion, and fresh cilantro, each bite is a perfect balance of hearty and refreshing. Perfect for meal prepping or savoring with friends, these tacos bring together clean ingredients while staying true to indulgent taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder
- 1 medium Onion
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Orange
- 1 medium Lime
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 8 large Lettuce leaves
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 large Avocado
Instructions
Begin by cutting the pork shoulder into large chunks and place them into a slow cooker.
Peel and quarter the onion, then add it to the slow cooker.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them in.
Cut the orange and lime in half, squeeze the juice over the pork, and add the halves to the cooker.
Sprinkle the cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the pork.
Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.
Set the slow cooker to low and cook for approximately 6 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
Once cooked, remove the orange and lime peels and discard.
Shred the pork using two forks and transfer it to a baking sheet.
Preheat your oven broiler to high.
Place the shredded pork under the broiler for 5-7 minutes or until crispy edges form, watching closely to prevent burning.
While the pork is crisping, prepare the toppings by slicing the red onion thinly, chopping the cilantro, and dicing the avocado.
To assemble the tacos, spoon a generous portion of the crispy pork onto each lettuce leaf.
Top with red onion, cilantro, and avocado pieces.
Serve immediately and enjoy these flavorful Whole30 Carnitas Tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.1 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.8 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 3617 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 228.2 g | 456% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 5346 mg | 114% | |
*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.
