Amy's homemade carnitas (recipe)

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Amy's homemade carnitas (recipe)
NameAmy's homemade carnitas
IngredientsBeef broth Water Black peppercorns Oregano Cumin Sea salt Garlic cloves Diced green chilies Sweet onion
Cooktime (in hours)9
Preptime (in hours)0.333333333
Totaltime (in hours)9.333333333
Keto friendlinessKeto friendly
Calories170.9
Fat6.4
Protein26.6
Carbohydrate0.2
Fiber0.1
Net carbohydrates0.1
Sugar0
Saturated fat2
Cholesterol (mg)72
Sodium653.9
Servings20
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Amy's homemade carnitas (recipe) is a keto friendly food item with net carbohydrates of 0-1 per serving.

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Amy's homemade carnitas (recipe)


  1. Place pork roast in a large crockpot.
  2. Pour beef broth over roast to cover. If not covered, add enough water to just cover.
  3. Add peppercorns, oregano, cumin, garlic and salt to crockpot and optional ingredients if you choose (If you wish to kick it up a notch, add New Mexico chili powder to taste..
  4. Cook on LOW for 8 hours or until meat is falling off the bone.
  5. Remove meat from crockpot and place in large ceramic (oven-proof) pan.
  6. Shred meat with two forks into large chunks, removing bones and excess fat.
  7. Spoon liquid over meat and cook in casserole dish for another hour at about 400 degrees F, stirring about half way through.
  8. If meat gets dry, add liquid to keep some liquid in pan at all times.
  9. If you like, you can broil for last 10 minutes so meat gets crispy on top.
  10. Serve with rice and beans, if desired, as well as with fresh cilantro, avocado, tortillas, shredded lettuce or cabbage and fresh salsa.
  11. Start early in the day!.

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