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Tender shredded slow cooker pork with fresh lime and cilantro for healthy, flavorful Mexican-inspired meal options. Perfect for meal prep and family dinners.

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds pork shoulder cut into large chunks
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper deseeded and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 3/4 cup fresh orange juice

Instructions

  • Pat the pork dry, then rub all pieces with kosher salt and black pepper.
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  • Transfer the pork to a slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, jalapeño, minced garlic, dried oregano, chili powder, ground cumin, and fresh orange juice.
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  • Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until the pork is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.
    Tender slow-cooked pork shoulder in a slow cooker, perfect for healthy meal prep and flavorful recipes that fit into a balanced diet.
  • Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. For a crisp finish, spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5 to 8 minutes, turning once, until the edges become crispy.
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  • Serve hot as desired, such as on warm tortillas with desired toppings.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 229kcal (11%) Carbohydrates: 5g (2%) Protein: 28g (56%) Fat: 10g (15%) Saturated Fat: 3g (19%) Sodium: 838mg (36%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 3g (3%)

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