Description
This Cuban Roasted Mojo Pork recipe features a flavorful marinade of orange and lime juices, garlic, herbs, and spices, resulting in tender and juicy pork with a citrusy kick.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup lightly packed mint leaves, finely chopped
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Additional:
- 3 & 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, in one piece*
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, cilantro, mint, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Pork: Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable bag or dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Roast the Pork: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Remove the pork from the marinade and place it on a roasting pan. Roast for about 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Rest and Serve: Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with additional marinade as a sauce.
Notes
- *You can ask your butcher to butterfly the pork shoulder for easier marinating and roasting.
- For added flavor, you can sear the pork in a hot skillet before roasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 400 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg