This recipe offers a flavorful and easy-to-make slow-cooked pork dish, perfect for tacos or as a main course.
Prepare the pork by trimming any excess fat and cutting it into chunks.
Cutting the pork into smaller chunks ensures even cooking and better absorption of flavors.
Place the chopped onion at the bottom of the slow cooker, followed by the pork chunks.
Layering the onion first prevents the pork from sticking to the bottom of the slow cooker.
In a mixing bowl, combine the tomato sauce, minced garlic, chipotle chiles, cumin, coriander, cayenne, black pepper, and bay leaf.
Mixing the sauce separately ensures even distribution of flavors.
Pour the sauce mixture over the pork and onions in the slow cooker.
Ensure the pork is fully covered by the sauce for optimal flavor.
Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
Check the pork occasionally to ensure it doesn't overcook.
Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Shredding the pork while it's warm makes the process easier.
Mix the shredded pork with some of the sauce from the slow cooker.
Adding sauce to the shredded pork keeps it moist and flavorful.
Serve the pork in taco shells with your favorite toppings.
Warm the taco shells before serving for a better texture.