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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

 3.5-4 lb. pork roast or pork shoulder
 2 limes, juiced
 2 small oranges, juiced
 1 tbsp chilli powder
 2 tsp ground cumin
 1 tsp ground cinnamon
 2 tsp oregano
 1 ½ tsp salt
 ½ tsp black pepper
 4 cloves garlic, minced
1

Place pork in slow cooker and pour the lime and orange juice over top.

2

In a small mixing bowl, mix together remaining ingredients and rub over pork . Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.

3

Remove pork from the slow cooker and shred using 2 forks. Return meat to the pot and toss in the juices. Cover and let sit on warm for 30 mins.

4

If you want your pork with crispy ends... Preheat broiler and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the shredded meat on the baking sheet and pour a few spoonfuls of sauce over the top. Broil for 5 to 8 minutes, or until your pork has crispy edges. Be careful not to over cook and burn the pork.

Serve immediately with your favorite toppings in taco's, lettuce cups, salads or halved peppers.

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