Five Ingredient Crock Pot Beef Carnitas
Recipe: #1482
October 27, 2011
Categories: Onions Mexican, Southwest, 5 Ingredients Or Less, Slow Cooker, more
"This recipe was adapted from a small crock pot cook book I picked up at a garage sale a couple of years ago. It is so easy and so good. It isn't very authentic - but I still enjoy it. Just 5 ingredients. Add to the crock pot in the morning and 6-8 hours later, dinner is served. Of course serve with your favorite toppings; tortillas, salsa, cheese, avocado, sour cream etc. I prefer avocado, monterey jack cheese, and salsa with mine."
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (189.7 g)
- Calories 122
- Total Fat - 4.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 1.4 g
- Cholesterol - 16.9 mg
- Sodium - 1083.2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 13.8 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.8 g
- Sugars - 5.3 g
- Protein - 6.9 g
- Calcium - 45.1 mg
- Iron - 1.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 5.3 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Cook ... Add the meat in the crock pot topped with the onions. Add a pinch of both salt and pepper. You can re-season it after it is done cooking if necessary. Mix up the salsa, beer and chipotles and pour over the top. Turn on low and cook 6-8 hours.
Step 2
Serve ... Remove to a serving bowl along with your favorite condiments. ENJOY!
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For best results, use a light colored beer for this recipe.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add extra chipotles in adobo.
- Substitute 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the beef stew meat. This substitution will provide a leaner and lighter option that still has plenty of flavor.
- Substitute 1 cup of vegetable broth for the beer. This substitution will make the dish vegetarian-friendly, while still providing a savory flavor.
Vegetarian Carnitas Replace the beef stew meat with 2 pounds of firm tofu, cut into 1" cubes. Replace the beer with vegetable broth. Omit the chipotles in adobo.
Vegan Carnitas Replace the beef stew meat with 2 pounds of jackfruit, cut into 1" cubes. Replace the beer with vegetable broth. Omit the chipotles in adobo and use 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika and 1 teaspoon of cumin instead.
RECOMMENDED DISH: Mexican Street Corn Salad - This delicious and flavorful salad is the perfect accompaniment for the Five Ingredient Crock Pot Beef Carnitas. It is a great way to add a bit of crunch and sweetness to the dish. It is also a great way to add some extra vegetables to the meal, making it a healthier option. The combination of the creamy mayo, tangy lime juice, and spicy chili powder make this salad a must-have side dish for the Carnitas.
RECOMMENDED DISH: Grilled Zucchini with Lime and Cilantro - This simple yet flavorful side dish is the perfect accompaniment for the Five Ingredient Crock Pot Beef Carnitas. It is a great way to add some freshness and zing to the dish. The combination of the tangy lime, fragrant cilantro, and nutty olive oil make this dish a must-have side dish for the Carnitas.
FAQ
Q: What type of beer should I use?
A: Use a light colored beer such as a lager, pilsner, or pale ale. Avoid darker beers such as stouts or porters.
Q: How much beer should I use?
A: It depends on the recipe, but typically you would use between 3/4 and 1 cup of beer for each cup of dry ingredients. If you are making a larger batch, you may need to use more.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1:Chipotles in adobo are actually smoked jalapeno peppers, which were popularized by the Aztecs in the 16th century. They have since become a staple in Mexican cuisine.
Fun Fact 2:The beer used in this recipe is a key ingredient, as it adds a unique flavor and helps to tenderize the beef. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is known for using beer in many of his recipes.