Cubano-Style Pork Loin Recipe

Name: Cubano-Style Pork Loin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup orange juice (or sour orange juice); ⅛ cup lime juice; ½ cup strong black coffee; ⅛ cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced (4 cloves); 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes, crushed; 1 teaspoon cumin; 4 lbs boneless pork loin; 2 teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon pepper, freshly ground; 4 sprigs cilantro (for garnishment)

Servings: persons

½ cup orange juice (or sour orange juice)
⅛ cup lime juice
½ cup strong black coffee
⅛ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic, minced (4 cloves)
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes, crushed
1 teaspoon cumin
4 lbs boneless pork loin
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
4 sprigs cilantro (for garnishment)

1
Mix the orange juice, lime juice, coffee, olive oil, garlic, red chili flakes, and cumin in a shallow baking pan large enough to hold the pork loin, Place the pork in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 2 hours, turning several times.
2
Heat the oven to 325F Please the pork in a roasting pan, and pour the marinade over it.
3
Season the pork with the salt and pepper.
4
Bake for 1/2 to 2 hours, until a meat thermometer registers 185F, basting every 30 minutes.
5
Remove the pork from the baking dish and transfer to a carving board.
6
Allow to cool for 15 to 30 minutes before slicing and dressing with Raisin-Orange Sauce (Recipe #373864.)
7
Garnish with fresh cilantro.

1191

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup orange juice (or sour orange juice), ⅛ cup lime juice, ½ cup strong black coffee, ⅛ cup extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Cubano-Style Pork Loin 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cubano-Style Pork Loin

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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