Description
Easy Crock Pot Mexican beef Carnitas are a mouthwatering, hassle-free dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico right to your table. This recipe features succulent beef slow-cooked to perfection with a homemade spice blend, creating an explosion of taste in every bite. The process is as easy as tossing the ingredients into your slow cooker and letting it work its magic. Whether you want to fill tacos, burritos, or even enjoy it over a fresh salad, this versatile dish is perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Plus, the final broil gives it a delightful crispy finish that takes it over the top!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef shoulder or beef butt
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp fine sea salt
- 12 garlic cloves
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 1 cup water
- 1–2 limes
Instructions
- Combine spices (oregano, coconut sugar, salt) in a jar and mix well.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the beef shoulder.
- Heat avocado oil in a nonstick pan; brown all sides of the beef for about 1-2 minutes each.
- Make slits in the beef and stuff with garlic chunks.
- Place seasoned beef and sliced onion in a slow cooker; add water and lime juice.
- Cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours until easily shredded.
- Shred the beef, then spread on a foil-lined sheet pan and broil until crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg