Carnitas Bowl
A hearty and flavorful bowl featuring tender slow-cooked carnitas served over rice or greens with fresh toppings and zesty garnishes. This customizable dish is packed with bold Mexican-inspired flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes - 8 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- Pork shoulder, cut into chunks
- Orange juice
- Lime juice
- Garlic, minced
- Onion, chopped
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Chili powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- Cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- Black beans
- Corn
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Avocado, sliced
- Lettuce or greens
- Red onion, sliced
- Cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream or crema (optional)
- Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine pork, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until tender.
- Remove pork and shred using two forks.
- Spread shredded pork on a baking sheet, drizzle with cooking liquid, and broil for 5–7 minutes for crispy edges.
- Prepare rice or chosen base.
- Assemble bowls with rice or greens, carnitas, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
- Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and optional sour cream or cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use chicken for a lighter variation.
- Swap rice for quinoa or lettuce for a low-carb option.
- Add pickled onions or salsa for extra flavor.
- Store components separately for up to 4 days.
- Reheat pork in skillet or oven for best texture.
- Freeze pork for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/carnitas-bowl/
