Faux Smoked Pulled Pork (Carnitas)

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Before I had a smoker, I used this to satisfy my pulled pork or carnitas craving. This meat is great in pulled pork sandwiches (see my coleslaw recipe) or in tacos. If you do not have all the spice rub ingredients, just get creative and use what you have. It will still turn out great. It is always a party-favorite. Enjoy.

Submitted by thebioteacher

Updated on February 15, 2022

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

6 hrs 12 mins

Total Time:

6 hrs 32 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon mustard seed
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
salt to taste
1 (3 pound) pork butt roast, or more to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups water
2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
2 dried chipotle chile peppers, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

Mix brown sugar, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, oregano, onion powder, mustard seed, black pepper, cumin, coriander, and salt together in a small bowl.
Rub pork roast liberally with brown sugar mixture.
Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add pork roast; cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
Transfer pork to a slow cooker. Add water, liquid smoke, and chipotle peppers.
Cook on Low until pork is tender, about 6 hours. Transfer pork to a cutting board and pull apart with tongs.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

309	Calories
17g	Fat
17g	Carbs
23g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 309
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g	22%
Saturated Fat 4g	20%
Cholesterol 64mg	21%
Sodium 91mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 17g	6%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 23g	47%
Vitamin C 4mg	5%
Calcium 73mg	6%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 453mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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