Description
Cuban Mojo Pork is a flavorful, slow-cooked pork dish marinated in a citrusy, garlicky mojo sauce. Perfect for family gatherings and festive occasions!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs pork shoulder (Boston butt)
- 1 cup sour orange juice (or mix of orange and lime juice)
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together sour orange juice, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate the pork: Place pork shoulder in a large resealable bag or bowl and pour the marinade over it. Massage to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Roast the pork: Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan with sliced onions and fresh cilantro. Cover with foil and roast for 4-6 hours, basting occasionally.
- Finish and serve: Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before shredding. Serve with rice, black beans, or Cuban bread.
Notes
For a crispier texture, broil the pork for 5-10 minutes after roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Roasting
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: mojo pork, Cuban roast pork, slow-cooked pork