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BBQ Pork Shoulder, Carnitas-style

This is a loose recipe because, as we all know, Tyson can't be bothered with measurements and other amateur cooking implements that we mortals use.

Spice blend:

Salt
Pepper
Oregano
Cumin
Paprika
Orange Juice
Lime Juice
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Olive Oil

Big pork shoulder

Score the fat cap of the shoulder so that the fat can render off.  Rub it with the spice blend. 

Cook this on your BBQ at a constant 375 F degrees for about 5 hours, turning about once per hour.  Keep this on the indirect heat side (i.e., the side with the burner off/low or without any charcoal beneath). 

Serve it (shredded) with some spicy pico de gallo, lime wedges, corn tortillas, and lots of margaritas!