The BEST Instant Pot Carnitas Recipe
Indulge in the incredible flavors of The BEST Instant Pot Carnitas! This quick and easy recipe transforms succulent pork shoulder into tender, flavorful carnitas that are perfect for tacos, burritos, or simply enjoyed over rice. In just about 90 minutes, you can create a dish that rivals traditional slow-cooked methods without the wait. With a blend of spices like cumin and oregano, along with zesty lime juice, these carnitas deliver authentic Mexican taste right from your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this versatile dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 limes, juiced
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Ground cumin
- Dried oregano
Instructions
- Cut pork shoulder into large chunks for even cooking.
- Set your Instant Pot to saut mode; add olive oil and saut onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add pork, cumin, oregano, lime juice, and chicken broth to the pot.
- Secure the lid and set to high pressure for 60 minutes; allow a natural release for 10 minutes before manually releasing remaining pressure.
- Shred the pork with two forks and return to the juices.
- (Optional) For crispy edges, broil shredded pork on a baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg