Low Sodium Carnitas Tacos

Sink your teeth into these flavorful Low Sodium Carnitas Tacos, a heart-healthy twist on a Mexican street food classic! Featuring tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder infused with citrusy orange and lime juices, fragrant herbes de Provence, and a touch of cumin, this recipe delivers all the richness of traditional carnitas without the excess salt. After a quick broil to achieve irresistibly crispy edges, the pork is nestled into warm corn tortillas and topped with vibrant red onion, crunchy radishes, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner, these low sodium tacos are easy to make in a slow cooker and offer a zesty burst of flavor in every bite. Don’t forget the lime wedges for an extra squeeze of brightness!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:320 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless)
• 0.5 cups Orange juice
• 0.25 cups Lime juice
• 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 large Onion (sliced)
• 1 Bay leaf
• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (diced)
• 0.5 cup Radishes (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Avocado (sliced)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

1. Trim the pork shoulder of any excess fat and cut it into large, manageable pieces (3-4 inches).

Step 2

2. Place the pork pieces into a slow cooker. Add orange juice, lime juice, low sodium chicken broth, ground cumin, herbes de Provence, minced garlic, sliced onion, black pepper, and a bay leaf.

Step 3

3. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily with a fork.

Step 4

4. Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any large pieces of fat.

Step 5

5. To crisp the carnitas, spread the shredded pork evenly on a baking sheet. Pour a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid over the pork.

Step 6

6. Place the baking sheet under the broiler on high for about 5-7 minutes or until the edges of the pork begin to crisp. Watch closely to prevent burning.

Step 7

7. Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet or directly over a stove flame for 20-30 seconds on each side, until soft and pliable.

Step 8

8. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous portion of shredded pork onto each tortilla.

Step 9

9. Top each taco with fresh cilantro, diced red onion, sliced radishes, and avocado. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Step 10

10. Enjoy your delicious low sodium carnitas tacos with friends and family!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3054.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5216.5

Total Fat 314.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 1603.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 328.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.9g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 293.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 727.4mg	0%
Iron 30.3mg	0%
Potassium 6859.7mg	0%

*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: 53.2%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 24.7%