Paleo Carnitas Burrito

Juicy, tender, and packed with bold flavors, these Paleo Carnitas Burritos are a healthy and mouthwatering twist on a classic favorite. Slow-cooked pork shoulder, seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, garlic powder, and oregano, is bathed in a zesty blend of orange and lime juice for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce leaves, these grain-free burritos are topped with a vibrant homemade salsa, creamy avocado slices, and a hint of fresh cilantro. Perfect for paleo enthusiasts or anyone seeking a low-carb, gluten-free meal, this recipe delivers satisfying comfort in every bite. Serve these burritos with lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus and let the flavors shine!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder (pork butt)
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 cup Water
• 6 large leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 optional Jalapeño pepper
• 4 for garnish Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels and cut into large chunks.

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, mix the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and dried oregano.

Step 3

3. Rub the spice mixture generously over the pork chunks.

Step 4

4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork pieces in batches and sear on all sides until browned. Transfer seared pork to a slow cooker.

Step 5

5. Pour the orange juice, lime juice, and water over the pork in the slow cooker.

Step 6

6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is very tender and shreds easily with a fork.

Step 7

7. While the pork is cooking, prepare the salsa. Dice the tomato, finely chop the red onion, and the optional jalapeño if using. Mix them in a bowl with the chopped cilantro.

Step 8

8. Slice the avocado and set aside.

Step 9

9. Once the pork is done, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.

Step 10

10. To assemble, lay out a romaine lettuce leaf and fill it with shredded pork, fresh salsa, and slices of avocado.

Step 11

11. Roll the lettuce around the filling to form a burrito.

Step 12

12. Serve your Paleo Carnitas Burritos with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1988.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3101.5

Total Fat 241.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 4176.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 36.7g
Protein 164.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 278.4mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 4594.3mg	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: 69.2%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 9.7%