Mexican Pork Roast Crock Pot

Transform your dinner routine with this Mexican Pork Roast Crock Pot recipe, a flavorful and effortless slow-cooked masterpiece. Featuring tender, fall-apart pork shoulder infused with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers, aromatic spices like cumin and oregano, and a zesty blend of fresh orange and lime juices, this dish delivers bold Mexican-inspired flavors straight to your table. The pork is seared to golden perfection before being slow-cooked alongside sautéed onions and garlic, creating a delectable, juicy base for tacos, burritos, rice bowls, or salads. With just 20 minutes of prep and an 8-hour simmer in the crock pot, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend gatherings. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy a mouthwatering meal bursting with authentic taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 lbs Pork shoulder (boneless)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) Onion
• 4 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Oregano
• 1.5 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Orange juice
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 0.5 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tbsp Cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together cumin, oregano, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Rub the spice mix evenly over the pork shoulder.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant. Transfer the onion and garlic to the crock pot.

Step 6

Place the seared pork in the crock pot, on top of the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 7

Add the chipotle peppers, orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth to the crock pot.

Step 8

Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low for 8 hours (or on high for 4-5 hours).

Step 9

Once cooked, use two forks to shred the pork directly in the crock pot. Mix it with the juices for maximum flavor.

Step 10

Serve the pork warm with tortillas, rice, or your favorite sides. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1911.3 grams (1911.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3893

Total Fat 303.40g	389%
Saturated Fat 100.00g	500%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 953mg	318%
Sodium 4977mg	216%
Total Carbohydrate 49.90g	18%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 19.90g
Protein 253.20g	506%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 302mg	23%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 4658mg	99%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.3%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 5.1%