Paraben Free Slow-Braised Pork Carnitas in Lettuce Wraps

Slow-braised pork shoulder gets a deeply aromatic treatment here, rubbed with turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon before being seared in coconut oil and braised low and slow until it practically falls apart on its own. The citrus-forward braising liquid — fresh orange juice, lime, and bone broth — keeps the meat incredibly juicy while building layers of bright, clean flavor. After a quick pass under the broiler, the shredded pork picks up irresistible caramelized edges that make every bite a little different from the last. Avoiding parabens often means scrutinizing packaged sauces, spice blends, and processed broths for preservatives that sneak in under complicated ingredient names. This recipe sidesteps all of that by leaning entirely on whole spices, fresh citrus, and herbs — nothing processed, nothing hidden. Choosing a homemade or clearly labeled AIP-compliant bone broth keeps the ingredient list exactly as clean as it looks. Served in crisp butter lettuce cups with sliced avocado, red onion, and a handful of fresh cilantro, the whole thing comes together as a meal that feels both casual and genuinely impressive. A squeeze of lime right before eating ties every element together beautifully.

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