Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 4 to 5 lbs. pork shoulder
  • 1 onion (sliced)
  • 1 jalapeño (sliced (optional))
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tbsp. ground cumin
  • 2 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • In a bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Rub the pork shoulder evenly with the spice mixture.
  • Place the pork in a slow cooker and top with the garlic, onion, and jalapeno.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the tomato paste, orange juice, and lime juice.
  • Pour the sauce over the pork, cover, and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Once the pork is cooked through, shred the pork using a fork and place it back in the slow cooker mixing it with all the juices from the cooking process.
  • Grill the shredded pork on a preheated grill, or in the oven at 475 F for 10 to 12 minutes, to get a nice charred texture.