LIME-CHIPOTLE CARNITAS TOSTADAS

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Here's a terrific recipe for your next weeknight dinner. Set out various toppings and garnishes so your family members can customize their own tostadas with the lime-kissed shredded pork. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 10h28m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chicken broth
4 teaspoons ground chipotle pepper
4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 boneless pork shoulder roast (4 to 5 pounds), halved
1 large onion, peeled and halved
8 garlic cloves, peeled
1 to 2 limes, halved
16 tostada shells
Optional toppings: Warmed refried beans, salsa, sour cream, shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, crumbled queso fresco and minced fresh cilantro
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Add broth to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Mix seasonings; rub over all sides of pork. Place in slow cooker. Add onion and garlic cloves. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours, until meat is tender., Remove pork; cool slightly. Strain cooking juices, reserving garlic cloves; discard onion. Skim fat from cooking juices. Mash garlic with a fork. Shred pork with 2 forks. , Return cooking juices, garlic and pork to slow cooker. Squeeze lime juice over pork; heat through, stirring to combine. Layer tostada shells with pork mixture and toppings as desired. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Aqash Kayani
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These carnitas tostadas are the perfect party food! They're easy to make and they're always a hit with my guests.


Khan Khanrehan
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These tostadas are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just assemble them when I'm ready to serve.


Joe Mares
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I'm not a big fan of carnitas, but I really enjoyed these tostadas. The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the chipotle crema was the perfect finishing touch.


Krishna Vai
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These tostadas are a little messy to eat, but they're so worth it! The flavors are amazing.


Sadq Khan
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I love that I can make these tostadas ahead of time and then just assemble them when I'm ready to serve. It's the perfect meal for busy weeknights.


NLJ Dream
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These tostadas are a great way to use up leftover pork. I always have some in my freezer and it's so easy to throw together a quick meal.


baftjar fejzaj
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I wasn't sure how I would like the chipotle crema, but it was actually really good. It added a nice smoky flavor to the tostadas.


histony stark
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These tostadas are so easy to make and they're so delicious! I love the combination of sweet and smoky flavors.


Jacob Narvaez
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I've made these tostadas several times now and they're always a hit. The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the chipotle crema is the perfect finishing touch.


Donna Ingle
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These carnitas tostadas are the perfect party food! They're easy to make and they're always a hit with my guests.


NotYour Name
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I'm not a big fan of chipotle, but I still really enjoyed these tostadas. The pork was so flavorful and tender, and the tostadas were the perfect crispy base.


Kathy lindquist
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These tostadas are amazing! The pork is so tender and juicy, and the chipotle crema is the perfect finishing touch.


Heidi Tangy
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The carnitas were a little dry, but the flavor was still good. I think I'll try cooking them for less time next time.


Rafi Noorani
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These tostadas are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just assemble them when I'm ready to serve.


Akintunde Yussuf
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I love the combination of sweet and smoky flavors in this dish. The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the chipotle crema is the perfect finishing touch.


muna kayf
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These carnitas tostadas were a huge hit with my family! The lime-chipotle marinade gave the pork so much flavor, and the tostadas were the perfect crispy base. I will definitely be making these again!