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Instant Pot Carnitas

Instant Pot Carnitas Recipe

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Juicy, tender, and bursting with bold Mexican flavors, this Instant Pot Carnitas recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights. In just 1 hour and 20 minutes, you’ll have succulent pork infused with zesty citrus, smoky spices, and a hint of sweetness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8
Calories 189 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder (or pork butt roast)
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 small onion, quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions
 

  • Cut pork into 2" cubes and place in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Toss pork with olive oil, then sprinkle spice mixture overtop and toss again.
  • Place pork in the instant pot, then add orange juice, onion, and garlic.
  • Place lid on instant pot and move vent to SEALING.
  • Cook on MANUAL on HIGH PRESSURE for about 60 minutes until the pork is cooked all the way through.
  • QUICK RELEASE pressure, then remove pork from the Instant Pot with a slotted spoon and shred.

Nutrition

Calories: 189kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 21gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 664mgPotassium: 441mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 119IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Carnitas, easy dinner, Instant Pot, Mexican recipe, pork shoulder
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