Slow Cooker Roasted Pork Tenderloin Carnitas
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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
1 lb. pork tender loin, trimmed2/3 c. salsajuice of 1 limejuice of 1 orangejuice of 1/4 grapefruit1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained8 6-inch tortillas, warmed1/4 c. sour cream
Directions
Brown pork on all sides over medium high heat. Add salsa and citrus juices to small crock pot. Place pork on top, turning to coat. Cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, till pork is easily shredded. Shred pork with 2 forks, then stir in beans. Spoon into tortillas and top with 1/2 T. sour cream.

Serves 4 as a main dish (2 carnitas per serving).

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user DAMIENDUCKS.
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 459.4
  • Total Fat: 13.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 94.8 mg
  • Sodium: 637.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 43.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.7 g
  • Protein: 39.3 g

Member Reviews
  • KEEY07
     I wasn't as excited as everyone else about these. Hubby thought that they were pretty good. Not sure that they will be on the menu that often. Needed a bit more flavor or something... - 2/2/09
  • JBROCK6
     Instead of serving in a tortilla, I served over rice which wasn't bad. Used black beans instead of kidney and left out sour cream. Added in some hot banana peppers. Overall tasty but would taste better in a tortilla than over rice. - 1/26/14
  • COCOAPUFFY
     Excellent! I used equal parts lime & lemon juice, 1 tsp dried red pepper flqakes, 1/2 c fresh chopped red pepper, & a little sprinkle of the jalapeno pickled peppers for a spicy version. My husband got hungry & ate some before I shredded & added the beans. He loved the flavor! - 7/7/10
  • SRIVERS1
     This was really good. Hubby just loved. The pork just fell a part so nicely. - 1/24/21
  • PICKIE98
     I added cominos` and some chile ancho to the mix, used pintos instead of kidneys. - 11/16/20
  • ADRIENALINE
     Too bland - 8/7/20
  • JIACOLO
     I wish I had a lime! I would make this tonight. I wonder if I substitute a lemon how it will taste. - 8/3/20
  • PSABT1008
     Very little flavor, even used fresh made salsa. Wouldn't recommend. - 1/20/19
  • KRTRAYSER116
     Really tasty! Instead of adding kidney beans, I served black beans and rice on the side. - 11/8/11
  • KIRSTY-LAURA
     My husband was more impressed with this recipe than I was last time I made it. He really liked it and has requested it again tomorrow. For me, it was just ok - i'm not sure about the salsa/citrus fruit base. Needed some more reasoning I think - 6/2/11
  • NEALIO302
     Oh wow! These were amazing! Left out the beans and added some salsa verde to the tortilla. So tender and juicy and full of flavor. These were so good, it is very easy to eat too much. Definitely will be making this meal again. Thanks! - 1/20/11
  • TIAGAYEPFA
     Was very good, could use a little more spice for my taste, so next time, may add some cumin and cilantro. Also, used a Green Enchilada sauce as well for some kick. - 12/25/09
  • ROGERSDM
     It was ok. I added some of my own seasoning before browning. Next time I will leave out the salsa or use a different salsa. When it mixed with the citrus, it just made a weird taste. Overall it was pretty good. - 11/14/09
  • LYDIA56
     This was delicious. I used the multi-grain tortillas. I will be making this again. - 1/26/09
  • LILWITCH13
     OMG these we're so good I didn't use the sour cream but I used home made salsa & guacamole. And the small Carnita tortillas. - 1/3/09
  • KELLYNANB
     Easy peasy to make. My picky husband loved it. I've got the second batch in a month in the crockpot right now! - 12/21/08
  • JENBUCHELI
     This was amazing!! The whole family loved it, this will definitely be a repeat at our house. - 11/6/08
  • BRIELANA
     Me and Hubby really liked this one. We used Whole Grain Tortillias and Reduced Fat Cheese rather then Sour Cream. This is something we shall deffinatly be making again. - 3/30/08
  • KRISTADENAE
     This is so yummy!! I added a little extra grapefruit juice and an extra can of beans just to make it go farther. I also bought whole wheat tortillas to make it a bit healthier! Its was so easy to make, and I love the crock pot! It's the best for busy ppl who dont have alot of time at night! - 3/10/08
  • CELTICLASS4
     This is one of the best dinners ever. So easy and yet so good. I made it for my parents and they loved it. I added cabbage to the tortillas also which turned out really good. I think everyone should try this. - 3/6/08



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