Cuban-Style Roast Pork Shoulder With Mojo Recipe Recipe

Name: Cuban-Style Roast Pork Shoulder With Mojo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 medium cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons (8g) ground cumin; 2 teaspoons (8g) freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup (about 1 small handful) minced fresh oregano leaves; 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh juice from 1 to 2 oranges (see note); 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh juice from 3 to 4 limes (see note); 1/4 cup (60ml) extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; 1 (6- to 8-pound; 3 to 3.5kg) boneless pork shoulder roast, rind removed; 1/4 cup (about 1 small handful) finely chopped fresh mint leaves; 3 tablespoons (about 3 very large pinches) finely chopped fresh oregano leaves; Lime wedges, for serving; Steamed rice,; , and; , for serving

Servings: persons

8 medium cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons (8g) ground cumin
2 teaspoons (8g) freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup (about 1 small handful) minced fresh oregano leaves
1/2 cup (120ml) fresh juice from 1 to 2 oranges (see note)
1/4 cup (60ml) fresh juice from 3 to 4 limes (see note)
1/4 cup (60ml) extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 (6- to 8-pound; 3 to 3.5kg) boneless pork shoulder roast, rind removed
1/4 cup (about 1 small handful) finely chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons (about 3 very large pinches) finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
Lime wedges, for serving
Steamed rice,
, and
, for serving

1
Combine garlic, cumin, pepper, oregano, orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil in a large bowl and whisk. Season to taste generously with salt. Transfer half of mojo to a sealed container and reserve in the refrigerator. Add pork to remaining mojo and turn to coat. If desired, transfer pork and marinade to a gallon-sized zipper-lock bag and refrigerate 2 hours or up to overnight before continuing.
2
Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat oven to 275u00b0F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a double layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place pork and juices on top and fold up foil, crimping to seal loosely but making sure that there is room for air to circulate inside. Place in oven and roast for 3 hours. Fold back foil, increase oven temperature to 325u00b0F, and continue roasting, basting pork with pan juices occasionally, until pork shows almost no resistance when a metal skewer or knife is inserted into it and the surface is crackly and brown, 2 to 3 hours longer. Remove pork from oven and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
3
Pour accumulated pork juices into a bowl and discard all except 1 cup. Add reserved mojo to pork drippings, along with fresh chopped mint and oregano. Whisk together and season to taste with salt.
4
Serve pork by slicing or shredding, passing mint mojo and lime wedges on the side. Serve rice and plantains on the side. Reserve any leftovers for sandwiches.

530

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 medium cloves garlic, minced, 2 teaspoons (8g) ground cumin, 2 teaspoons (8g) freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 cup (about 1 small handful) minced fresh oregano leaves, and more.

Yes, Cuban-Style Roast Pork Shoulder With Mojo Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cuban-Style Roast Pork Shoulder With Mojo Recipe

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions