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Apple Cider Slow Cooker Carnitas with Fresh Apple Salsa

Name: Apple Cider Slow Cooker Carnitas with Fresh Apple Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 lb Boneless Pork Shoulder (Source: 1.5-2 lb Boneless Pork Shoulder; upper source range endpoint used for shopping.); 2 cups apple cider (Source: 2 cups apple cider); 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (Source: 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar); 1 cup packed brown sugar ((200 g)) (Source: 1 cup packed brown sugar ((200 g))); 1 each cinnamon stick (Source: 1 cinnamon stick); 1 each bay leaf (Source: 1 bay leaf); 1 tsp salt (Source: 1 tsp salt); 2 each Granny Smith apples ((peeled, cored, and diced into small cubes- 1/2 inch or so)) (Source: 2 Granny Smith apples ((peeled, cored, and diced into small cubes- 1/2 inch or so))); 1 each jalapeno ((de-seeded- leave some seeds in if you want it spicy)) (Source: 1 jalapeno ((de-seeded- leave some seeds in if you want it spicy))); 2 cups cucumber ((diced into small cubes - 1/2 inch or so)) (Source: 2 cups cucumber ((diced into small cubes - 1/2 inch or so))); 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (Source: 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds); 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves ((torn)) (Source: 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves ((torn))); 2 tablespoons red onion ((diced finely)) (Source: 2 tablespoons red onion ((diced finely))); 2 tablespoons lime juice (Source: 2 tablespoons lime juice); 16 each small Tortillas (Source: 16 small Tortillas)

Apple Cider Slow Cooker Carnitas with Fresh Apple Salsa is made with apple cider, apple cider vinegar, and Granny Smith apples.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min
Original yield: Serves 8
Ingredients: 15 listed

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Estimating…

DinnerMexican PorkPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Dinner
Primary protein: Pork
Cuisine: Mexican
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Watch the broiling step

Follow the broiling stage and its stated finish check.

2. Shred at the stated step

Keep shredding in the order given by the method.

3. Choose the cooking schedule

Check the slow-cooker setting and timing before deciding when to start.

Get to know the ingredients

Boneless Pork Shoulder

In the method: Place pork shoulder in bottom of slow cooker.

apple cider

In the method: Place pork shoulder in bottom of slow cooker.

apple cider vinegar

In the method: Place pork shoulder in bottom of slow cooker.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Combine all ingredients and toss in lime juice.

A little more help as you go

Prepare the whisked mixture

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the slow cooker and baking sheet. Start with this step: Place pork shoulder in bottom of slow cooker.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the broiling stage and its stated finish check.

What happens at the end?

Combine all ingredients and toss in lime juice.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

Additional recipe notes

Storage Apple cider carnitas may be cooked up to 4 days ahead and stored in the fridge. Warm back up in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes, or in a frying pan on medium heat for 5 minutes. You may also freeze in a heavy freezer bag or reusable silicone bag for up to 3 months. Apple salsa does not keep well and should not be prepared ahead.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: sweetpeasandsaffron.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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