Easy Pulled Pork Tacos (Printable Version)
Pulled pork, slow-cooked with citrus and spices, served in tortillas for a bold, easy dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pork Preparation
01 - 3 pounds pork shoulder
02 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
→ Cooking Liquids
09 - 1/2 cup orange juice
10 - 1/4 cup lime juice
→ Assembly and Garnishes
11 - Corn or flour tortillas
12 - Fresh cilantro, chopped, for serving
13 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Evenly rub the spice blend over the entire surface of the pork shoulder.
02 - Place the seasoned pork shoulder into the slow cooker. Pour the orange juice and lime juice over the meat to ensure even flavor distribution.
03 - Cover and cook on low heat for 8 to 9 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender and shreds effortlessly.
04 - Using two forks, shred the pork directly in the slow cooker. Stir well to combine the meat thoroughly with the cooking juices.
05 - Warm tortillas as desired. Fill with shredded pork and garnish generously with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready for taco night with barely any effort and the slow cooker does all the heavy lifting
- Uses basic pantry spices so no fancy shopping trips
- Tender pulled pork that never dries out even after reheating
- Great for serving a crowd or meal prepping for the week
02 -
- Packed with protein and crowd pleasing flavor
- Freezer friendly for easy future dinners
- Perfect canvas for creative toppings like slaw or pickled onions
03 -
- Always use a fattier cut like pork shoulder for maximum juiciness and flavor
- Rub the spices in really well to season every bite
- To double the recipe use a six quart or larger slow cooker and increase cook time by one hour for perfect results