Tejas BBQ Carnitas
Rich, deeply seasoned, and finished with crisp golden edges, these carnitas bring together slow-cooked pork and bold Texas-inspired flavor in the best possible way. Our Chuckwagon Chile & Coffee Rub or Southwest Chipotle Rub adds smoky depth while the Tejas Grilling & BBQ Sauce creates a savory, caramelized finish that clings to every bite. Whether piled into warm tortillas or served alongside simple toppings and fresh lime, this is the kind of meal that feels generous, relaxed, and made for sharing.
Serves: 8–10
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours on low or 4–5 hours on high
Ingredients
- 4–5 lb pork butt or pork shoulder
- 1 packet New Canaan Farms Chuckwagon Chile & Coffee Rub or Southwest Chipotle Rub
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cups New Canaan Farms Tejas Grilling & BBQ Sauce
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Serve With: Warm corn or flour tortillas, diced onion, cilantro, fresh tomato, lime wedges, avocado, or pickled onions.
Directions
- Pat the pork dry with paper towels and season generously on all sides with the spice rub, pressing it into the surface of the meat.
- Place the pork into a large slow cooker and scatter the diced onion around it.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Transfer the pork to a cutting board and shred using two forks. Carefully drain most of the fat from the slow cooker, leaving behind the flavorful cooking juices.
- Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir in the Tejas Grilling & BBQ Sauce until everything is well coated. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Preheat the oven broiler. Spread the shredded pork onto a large baking sheet in an even layer. Broil for 3–5 minutes, or until the edges begin to crisp and caramelize.
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Serve warm in tortillas with your favorite toppings and plenty of fresh lime.
