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Mojo Pork
Mojo pork is a traditional Cuban dish that features marinated pork slow-roasted to perfection. The marinade, known as mojo, is made with citrus juices, garlic, and spices, providing a bright and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the rich pork. This dish is often served with rice, black beans, and fried plantains for a true taste of Cuba.
Ingredients
- Pork shoulder
- 3 pounds, boneless
- Garlic
- 10 cloves, minced
- Fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup
- Fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup
- Olive oil
- 1/4 cup
- Cumin
- 2 teaspoons
- Oregano
- 2 teaspoons, dried
- Salt
- 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon
- Bay leaves
- 2
- Onion
- 1 large, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the mojo marinade.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the mojo marinade over the pork, ensuring it is well coated. Add the bay leaves and sliced onion.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Remove the pork from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Pour the marinade over the pork, using a spoon to distribute the onions and garlic evenly.
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for about 3 to 4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before shredding it with two forks.
- Serve the mojo pork with rice, black beans, and fried plantains for a complete Cuban meal.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Main Prep Time: 15 minutes Marinating Time: 4 hours (or overnight) Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours Calories: 450 Fat: 25g Carbs: 5g Protein: 50g Sodium: 950mg Sugar: 4g
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