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Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos

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Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos are a flavor-packed delight that brings the fiesta to your kitchen. Tender, juicy pork shoulder is seasoned with aromatic spices and cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot, delivering mouthwatering carnitas in no time. Wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients, these tacos are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with friends. Get ready for a culinary experience that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs pork shoulder
  • 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Flour or corn tortillas (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks (about three inches).
  2. Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Add a splash of oil and sauté the onions until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a bowl, season the pork chunks with garlic, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper; toss until well-coated.
  4. Add seasoned pork to the pot over the onions. Pour in orange juice and add bay leaves; close the lid securely.
  5. Set the Instant Pot to 'Manual' high pressure for 60 minutes. Allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
  6. Remove pork from the pot and shred it using two forks. Serve hot on tortillas with your favorite toppings.

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Keywords: For enhanced flavor, sear the pork in the Instant Pot before adding other ingredients. Customize your tacos with toppings like diced onions, cilantro, avocado slices, or salsa. Store leftover carnitas in an airtight container for up to three days.

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