Slow-Cooker Carnitas with Avocado Crema

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4 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes, with fat cap scored

1 tablespoon chipotle powder 

Kosher salt 

3 cloves garlic, smashed 

2 cinnamon sticks 

1 yellow onion, quartered 

1/2 cup orange soda 

1/4 cup vegetable oil 

Zest and juice from 1 large orange

Corn tortillas, for serving

Avocado Crema, recipe follows

1 cup diced white onion 

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 

8 serrano peppers, charred on a grill, optional 

Avocado Crema:

2 to 3 limes

1/2 cup sour cream 

1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

1 tablespoon honey 

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 

1 ripe avocado, chopped 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper