Summer is here! Yesterday we even went to the beach. There is a state park about 10 minutes away from where we live that has a nice beach. The kids played in the sand, played on the playground, and enjoyed the water. I am looking forward to more days like this as the summer goes by. Unfortunately, I think they will be few and far between. I can’t believe how full our calendar is this summer. We were supposed to move this weekend, but that has been pushed back a couple weeks. I already had a great line-up of guest posters set up, so for the next couple weeks I will be featuring some of my favorite bloggers.
I am also in the process of setting up a bake sale auction to help raise money for the High Park Fire victims in Fort Collins. The auction will be on July 8th. I have 25+ amazing bloggers donating some great items for you to bid on. I also have some great raffle prizes! Le Creuset, Green Mountain Coffee, Kerrygold Cheese…… Mark your calendars and make sure to come back on the 8th!! If you are interested in donating, let me know, I still have a couple slots left.
I can’t leave you empty handed before I go! I have Pork Carnitas! These are perfect for summer. They are made in the crock pot. You might think that is strange for summer, but think about it. No oven, gives off very little heat, you get to enjoy the beach while dinner cooks? Sounds like a win to me. So go pour yourself a drink, and have these for dinner 🙂
A friend sent me this recipe, that she got from a friend, so I have no idea what the source is. You can serve these with whatever toppings you like. I did traditional taco toppings: cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, guacamole etc. I also have plans for the leftovers, so stay tuned.
Pork Carnitas
Ingredients
- 1 boneless pork shoulder roast, (3-4 pounds)
- 3 cloves garlic, , thinly sliced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 3 green onions, , chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cilantro, , chopped
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tequila, (or additional chicken broth)
- 1 (7oz) can chopped green chilies
- Tortillas
- Toppings as desired
Instructions
- Cut the pork roast in half, and place in a slow cooker. Sprinkle with sliced garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper. Add green onions, cilantro, salsa, chicken broth, tequila, and chilies. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Remove the meat, and shred. Place the pork back in the slow cooker. Cover and heat for an additional 30-60 minutes.
- Serve in warm tortillas and top as desired.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per ServingCalories 193 Total Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0g Unsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 34mg Sodium 647mg Carbohydrates 10g Fiber 2g Sugar 2g Protein 11g
Kathryn says
It sounds like you’re going to have a really busy summer, I hope everything goes well! I could definitely eat one (or many a couple) of these carnitas right now.
Jen @ Juanita's Cocina says
Carnitas are one of our favorite meals! Yours look amazing Erin!
Cassie says
This looks amazing, Erin. These flavors are my absolute favorite!
Dee at Deelicious Sweets says
I have been wanting to make something like this this summer!! Thank you so much for sharing. I can’t wait to make it.
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Yay for summer, carnitas are the perfect way to kick it off!
Rowena @ Apron and Sneakers says
What a nice way to start the summer! The beach and carnitas sound great! Thanks for the recipe Erin. I love it!
Sandra's Easy Cooking says
This looks great!!! Beautiful and tasty Pork Carnitas!
Lemons and Anchovies says
I can eat pork carnitas everyday and not tire of it. Your recipe gets extra points for its convenience besides looking great!
Caroline says
Yay for summer and carnitas tacos!! These sound delicious. Look forward to your guest posts, and good luck with the upcoming move. 😀
Ramona says
Gosh… I was just thinking about pork carnitas because we ate at Chipotle lately and I wanted to learn to cook it at home. Looks delicious. 🙂
Emily @ Life on Food says
It does take much to make me start craving Mexican but now I am ravenous for it. This looks good and I love that big dollop of guacamole. This dish is what I always order at Mexican restaurants because I never make it at home. Now I just need to make it at home.
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
The Carnitas look amazing! You should be so very proud of yourself for setting up the charity! Such a worthy cause!
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
I’m totally going to have to add this to my summer menu 😉
Baking Serendipity says
Yikes, busy. I definitely hear you on the busy summer front. My calender is nuts! I hope your move goes well…we’re still in transition with stuff strewn everywhere it seems. I need simple recipes like this one!
Nami | Just One Cookbook says
School year is busy as is but summer seems to be even busier because kids are home all day (when they don’t have camps). Your life seems more organized than mine as I can’t post as frequent as yours and you are doing great job entertaining us. 🙂 Love carnitas! I made it at home a few times but always my favorite to order at a restaurant too. Making me hungry already and dinner is not for another 2 hours!
kita says
I was eyeing this up earlier today on pinterest while fighting off the grumbly in my tumbly. They look perfect.
Cant wait for the bake sale! 😀
Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet} says
What a simply perfect recipe. I could eat these every week. Nicely done. Happy Saturday!!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
These look so good! Love pork carnitas!
I can’t wait to see all the goodies people are making for that bake sale!
Jenny @ Ichigo Shortcake says
It does look perfect for summer! I’m in love with Mexican food, this would be great for lunch tomorrow!
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
Cooking the pork in the slow cooker with salsa must really infuse good flavors.
Alyssa says
I think crock pot recipes are good all year! I love this, I’ve been craving carnitas lately. And I love your little chili bowls in the background too! 🙂
RavieNomNoms says
Busy busy busy! I love this idea. Looks great!
Emily @ Life on Food says
Carnitas are my dish at the local Mexican joint. Good luck on your bake sale! It is a great idea.