Steak Carnitas

Carnitas are delicious wrapped in tortillas. Serve with shredded iceberg lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced onion, and cilantro.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 10

1½ pounds lean bottom round, cubed

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 jalapeño, minced

¼ cup habanero salsa

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 teaspoons ground chipotle

1 teaspoon New Mexican chili powder

½ teaspoon oregano

2 tablespoons lime juice

2 tablespoons orange juice

1 tablespoon lime zest

  • Quickly brown the beef in a nonstick skillet. Add to a 4-quart slow cooker.

  • In a small bowl, whisk the rest of the ingredients. Pour over the beef. Stir.

  • Cook on low for 6 hours, remove the cover, and cook on high for 30 minutes. Stir before serving.

PER SERVING Calories: 140 | Fat: 8g | Sodium: 140mg | Carbohydrates: 3g | Fiber: <1g | Protein: 14g

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