Roast Pork Shoulder Caribbean-Style Recipe

Name: Roast Pork Shoulder Caribbean-Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pounds pork shoulder bone-in; 1 onion medium, thickly sliced; 1 head garlic peeled; 2 tablespoons oregano; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon lard OR oil; 1 Orange grated; 1 lemon grated; 1 Orange bitter

Servings: persons

5 pounds pork shoulder bone-in
1 onion medium, thickly sliced
1 head garlic peeled
2 tablespoons oregano
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon lard OR oil
1 Orange grated
1 lemon grated
1 Orange bitter

1
Using a sharp knife make several shallow cuts (about 1/2-inch deep) in the pork, place in a glass or ceramic roasting pan. Spread the onion slices on the bottom of the pan.
2
Place the rest of the ingredients a in a food processor or blender and process to make a paste. Rub the pork with the mixture on all sides, making sure it goes into the cuts. Place pork on top of the onions.
3
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 4 hours, turning once, leaving the fat side up for cooking.
4
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
5
Place the pork in the middle rack of the oven.
6
After 30 minutes turn down the temperature to 325 degrees and cook an additional 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes or so with its own juices.
7
Cook 30 minutes per pound total, or until the internal temperature as measured with a meat thermometer is 160 degrees F.
8
Remove the pork from the oven and allow to rest 15 minutes before carving, discard onions.

1774

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

167

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pounds pork shoulder bone-in, 1 onion medium, thickly sliced, 1 head garlic peeled, 2 tablespoons oregano, and more.

Yes, Roast Pork Shoulder Caribbean-Style 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!

Roast Pork Shoulder Caribbean-Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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