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Instant Pot Pork Carnitas

Instant Pot Pork Carnitas are an Easy, Delicious, and Versatile Meal Your Family Will Adore!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Instant Pot, Main Dish, Pork
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Instant Pot Pork Carnitas
Servings: 6
Calories: 425kcal
Author: Sarah Robinson

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs. boneless pork butt roast
  • 1 cup Coke
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 4 oz. diced green chilies
  • 1 cup water
  • Seasoning Mixture
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 Tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp basil
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch optional
  • 1 Tbsp water optional

Instructions

  • In a small bowl add all of the seasonings.
  • Cut pork into 1-2 Inch pieces.
  • Set to the side.
  • Place meat in Instant Pot.
  • Add in 1 cup water.
  • Pour your seasonings all over the pork.
  • Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
  • Then do a 30 minute natural release.
  • Drain any excess liquid.
  • Place the pork back into the Instant Pot.
  • Mix together Coke, brown sugar, enchilada sauce and green chilies in a small bowl.
  • Pour the sauce all over the pork.
  • Turn the Instant Pot on to saute' and stir until sauce thickens.
  • Using two forks shred your pork into small pieces.
  • ENJOY!!

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 1089mg | Potassium: 870mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 818IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 4mg