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    Low FODMAP Carnitas

    Published: Jul 11, 2017 | Updated: Aug 13, 2020 by Em Schwartz, MS, RDN

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    Throw these Low FODMAP Carnitas in the slow cooker before work and you’ll have the start to a satisfying supper ready when you get home!

    Close up of low FODMAP carnitas with lime wedges

    This simple, slow-cooker Low FODMAP Carnitas recipe makes a frequent appearance on our weekly menu. They are the perfect start to low FODMAP tacos, burrito bowls, salads, and more.

    Low FODMAP notes

    In this section, I share information for certain ingredients that are either frequently asked about or that have suggested serving sizes to remain low FODMAP. We each have unique tolerance levels and nutritional needs. Please listen to your body (and if possible, work with a FODMAP-trained dietitian) to determine what is best for you. For more low FODMAP serving size info, please refer to the Monash FODMAP app and FODMAP Friendly website or app.

    Lime juice is low FODMAP in servings up to 1 cup or 250 grams.

    Low FODMAP Carnitas

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    Low FODMAP Carnitas


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    5 from 2 reviews

    • Author: Em Schwartz, MS, RDN
    • Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
    • Yield: 8 1x
    • Diet: Low Lactose
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    Throw these Low FODMAP Carnitas in the slow cooker before work and you’ll have the start to a satisfying supper ready when you get home!


    Ingredients

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    • 2 to 3 pounds pork butt or shoulder roast
    • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

    Instructions

    1. Place roast in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until cooked and easily shreds with a fork. Shred. With a slotted spoon, remove shredded pork to a clean plate.
    2. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add shredded pork. Cook 2-3 minutes until bottoms start to crisp. Stir and cook 2-3 minutes more. Remove from heat.
    3. Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Serve warm.
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 8 hours
    • Category: Main Dish
    • Method: Slow Cooker
    • Cuisine: American

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    Comments

    1. gary says

      December 21, 2021 at 3:43 pm

      I cooked this with a Sous Vide 24 hour at 145 delisous

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      • Em Schwartz, MS, RDN says

        December 22, 2021 at 7:53 am

        Love it! Thanks for sharing how you adapted this recipe for a sous vide. Appreciate it, Gary!

        Reply
    2. Deb says

      April 27, 2021 at 8:46 am

      Question- Do you add salt and/or pepper to season the roast before slow cooking?

      Reply
      • Em Schwartz, MS, RDN says

        April 27, 2021 at 8:58 am

        Hi Deb, I personally prefer to season after cooking, but you can definitely add both before slow cooking. Best, -Em

        Reply
    3. Michele Bosworth says

      January 30, 2021 at 12:21 pm

      Hi Em!

      This recipe looks so good! I no longer have a slow-cooker. How do you recommend I cook the pork? Oven, stove or InstaPot?

      Thank you,
      Michele

      Reply
    4. Laura says

      November 15, 2020 at 4:51 am

      This sounds great. Do you season the roast at all before putting in the slow cooker?

      Reply
    5. Robin says

      May 03, 2020 at 10:58 am

      Made this last night and it was excellent! Cooked the roast in the oven since we don’t have a slow cooker – my first time cooking a pork roast. Served on corn tortillas with extra cilantro, black olives, fresh tomatoes, and FODY salsa. I would have added a bit of avocado if I had some. Thank you for the recipe! PS: I think this would make great nachos, though as a nutritionist I’m not sure if you endorse those! 😀

      ★★★★★

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      • Em Schwartz, MS, RDN says

        May 04, 2020 at 11:49 am

        Thanks for sharing, Robin! Your tacos sound amazing, and agree, nachos would be delish! P.S. I believe any (tolerated) food can fit into a healthy, balanced lifestyle. 🙂

        Reply
    6. christen says

      November 23, 2018 at 8:17 pm

      what would be a good side to serve with this?

      – rice?

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 26, 2018 at 5:53 am

        Hi Christen! Yes, it goes great with Cilantro Lime Rice or other rice. You could also serve it over salad greens with low FODMAP salsa or in corn tortillas for tacos.

        Reply
    7. Marissa says

      January 14, 2018 at 4:51 pm

      One of my favorites and so easy to make!

      ★★★★★

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      • Emily says

        January 15, 2018 at 7:20 pm

        Agreed! Thanks, Marissa!

        Reply
    8. Carol says

      October 03, 2017 at 7:31 pm

      Emily,
      You don’t mention to add a liquid to the slow cooker with the pork roast. No liquid is needed?

      Reply
      • Emily says

        October 04, 2017 at 4:58 am

        Hi Carol! Great question! You should not need to add any liquid, as long as the roast you choose has some visible fat. My go-to’s are shoulder or butt roast. I will add that info into the recipe. Thanks for the question!

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        • Carol Ayars says

          October 04, 2017 at 5:43 pm

          Ok. Thank you Emily for clearing that up. This recipe sounds easy and fun to be able to make tacos with so I hope to try it.

        • Emily says

          October 05, 2017 at 8:35 pm

          Awesome! Let us know how it goes if you try it. 🙂

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