Instant Pot Braised Pork Carnitas for Party Sliders
Instant Pot Braised Pork Carnitas are the ultimate party dish that will elevate any gathering. This recipe features succulent pork shoulder braised with aromatic spices and zesty citrus, resulting in tender, flavorful carnitas perfect for sliders. With minimal effort, you can create a mouthwatering feast that friends and family will rave about. Ideal for game day or casual get-togethers, these carnitas are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes), then stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Season the pork shoulder with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano. Rub spices thoroughly.
- Add the seasoned pork to the pot and brown on all sides for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth.
- Close the lid, set to high pressure for 60 minutes, then allow a natural release before shredding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for longer storage. Customize with additional spices or toppings like avocado, slaw, or cheese to suit your taste.