Yucatan Style Pork Shoulder Recipe

Name: Yucatan Style Pork Shoulder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup ground annatto seed; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup Mexican oregano; 2 tablespoons ground coriander; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 2 tablespoons ground black pepper; 2 habanero chiles; 2 heads peeled garlic; 10 to 12 pound bone-in pork shoulder; 2 large banana leaves; 1 gallon orange juice; 2 cups lime juice; 1/2 cup salt

Servings: persons

1/2 cup ground annatto seed
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup Mexican oregano
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
2 habanero chiles
2 heads peeled garlic
10 to 12 pound bone-in pork shoulder
2 large banana leaves
1 gallon orange juice
2 cups lime juice
1/2 cup salt

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Combine the annatto seeds, vinegar, olive oil, oregano, coriander, cumin, black pepper, chiles and garlic in a food processor.
3
Blend until smooth.
4
Rub the paste all over the pork shoulder.
5
Lay one banana leave in the bottom of a deep hotel pan, then place the rubbed pork on top.
6
Add the orange and lime juices, then add the salt.
7
Lay the remaining banana leaf over top.
8
Cover with foil and cook in the oven for 5 to 6 hours.
9
Remove the pork and allow to cool.
10
Remove the fat and bone and shred the meat.
11
Then serve while hot, it's ready to eat.

1501

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

Carbs

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup ground annatto seed, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup Mexican oregano, and more.

Yes, Yucatan Style Pork Shoulder 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!

Yucatan Style Pork Shoulder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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