Crockpot Pork Carnitas

Ultra tender, shreddable, juicy Pork Carnitas in the crockpot!

1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 4-5 pounds boneless pork butt or pork shoulder 64 ounces chicken broth 4 cloves garlic 1/4 cup fresh lime juice  1/4 cup freshly orange juice

Mix together the salt, chili powder, black pepper, cumin, and oregano in a small bowl. 

Place the pork onto a cutting board and cut it into 3-4 large chunks. Pat the pork dry with a paper towel on all sides. Sprinkle the seasoning over the pork chunks and press the seasoning in on all sides of the pork.

Place the pork chunks into the crockpot insert. Add the chicken broth, garlic cloves, fresh lime juice, and fresh orange juice into the crockpot. Cover with the lid.

Cook on LOW heat for 8 hours (preferred method) or cook on HIGH heat for 4-5 hours.

Remove the pork chunks from the crockpot and place them onto a cutting board. Use two forks to shred and pull apart the pork.

Transfer the shredded pork to a baking sheet and place it in the oven and BROIL for 5-6 minutes or until the meat starts to get crispy and charred.