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chipotle's carnitas (pulled pork)

(4 ratings)
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Recipe by
Kimberly Fish
@thefishfamily
Evansville, IN

I had some serious cravings for taco carnitas and chips from Chipotle while I was pregnant with my sons. This recipe tastes exactly like theirs. We serve this on warm soft shells with a mix of monterey jack and white cheddar cheese. The kids also like to squeeze a bit of lime juice on their tacos. I can't believe it was this easy to make. The leftovers freeze well.

(4 ratings)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 6 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot

Ingredients For chipotle's carnitas (pulled pork)

  • 3 lb
    boneless butt pork roast
  • 3 Tbsp
    oil (canola, olive or vegetable)
  • 3 - 4
    bay leaves
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 1-2 Tbsp
    juniper berries
  • 1 sprig
    fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme)

How To Make chipotle's carnitas (pulled pork)

  • 1
    Season pork well on all sides with salt and pepper.
  • 2
    Heat oil in a large skillet.
  • 3
    Sear pork in hot oil on all sides, approximately 3 minutes per side or until dark golden brown.
  • 4
    Place the roast in a crock pot and add bay leaves, thyme and juniper berries.
  • 5
    Cover and cook on low until meat is tender and shreds easily. Time will vary depending on how large your cut of meat is. We usually have a 3-4 pound roast and it takes @ 6 - 7 hours. You can start it on high for 2 hours and turn it down as well.
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