This Instant Pot carnitas recipe is the easiest way to make tender and juicy pork in the pressure cooker then finish under the broiler for those signature crispy edges!
In a small bowl, whisk together the taco seasoning, kosher salt, oregano, cumin, and black pepper. Rub all over the pork until well coated.
In the bottom of an Instant Pot set to Sauté function, heat the olive oil. Add pork, onion, and jalapeno, if using. Sauté 3 to 5 minutes, flipping the pork every 2 minutes, until browned on all sides.
Add the water, orange juice, and lime juice.
Close and seal the Instant Pot. Cook on HIGH pressure for 45 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes before carefully removing the lid.
Transfer pork to a cutting board. Remove any excess fat and shred into smaller pieces. Return to the Instant Pot to let the juices soak into the meat. Let sit 5 minutes.
Place the oven rack in the middle of the oven and turn on the oven broiler. Line a large baking sheet with foil. Transfer pork to the baking sheet and broil 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and toss with 2 Tablespoons juice from the Instant Pot. Return to the oven another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the meat has reached your desired crispiness. Enjoy while hot!
Notes
Slow cooker. Don't have an Instant Pot? Don't worry, you can make slow cooker carnitas just as easily.Storage. Store leftover pork in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Hold onto the juice, as well, to keep the pork from drying out when reheating.Reheat. Warm leftovers in a large pot over medium-low heat or in the microwave.Freeze. Freeze pulled pork in an airtight freezer-safe storage container up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.