Cuban Mojo Marinated Pork Recipe
This Cuban Mojo Marinated Pork recipe. Brings the vibrant, zesty flavors of Cuban cuisine. Straight to your kitchen. Marinated in a mix of fresh orange. And lime juice, garlic, and herbs. The pork absorbs all the goodness. Resulting in a dish. That's bursting with flavor. After slow roasting. The pork emerges tender. And juicy. With a caramelized crust. That’s absolutely irresistible. This dish is a celebration of bold, bright flavors. And is perfect. For impressing your family. Or guests. With something a little different yet incredibly delicious.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 3/4 c extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 3/4 c fresh orange juice
- 1/2 c fresh lime juice
- 1 c cilantro finely chopped
- 1/4 c lightly packed mint leaves finely chopped
- 8 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp minced oregano or 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 3.5 lb boneless pork shoulder
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: Combine olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, cilantro, mint, garlic, oregano, and cumin. In a large ziplock bag. Shake well to mix.
- Marinate the Pork: Add the pork shoulder to the marinade. Seal the bag. And refrigerate for at least several hours. Or overnight.
- Roast the Pork: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place the marinated pork on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Discard the marinade. And season the pork with salt and pepper. Roast for 30 minutes.
- Continue Cooking: Lower the oven temperature to 375°F. And roast for another 1 hour and 20-30 minutes. Until the pork reaches 160°F internally.
- Rest and Serve: Let the pork rest for 20 minutes under foil. Then slice against the grain. And serve.
Notes
To make this Cuban Mojo Marinated Pork recipe gluten-free. You’ll need to ensure that all ingredients. Are free from gluten contamination. Most of the ingredients are naturally gluten-free. But double-check that your spices. Especially cumin and oregano. Do not contain any added fillers. That could have gluten. When selecting orange juice or lime juice. Opt for freshly squeezed. Or 100% pure juice. Without any additives. By taking these precautions. You can enjoy this flavorful dish. Without any gluten concerns.