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pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork loin is more affordable.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeño offers a milder heat, while serrano is cost-effective.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, and vinegar is often less expensive.

thyme

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Oregano is a common herb that can be used interchangeably.

Marinate pork shoulder with garlic, lime juice, scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt for at least 2 hours.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add marinated pork to the skillet and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Reduce heat to medium and add onion and bell pepper to the skillet.

Cook until vegetables are softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in vinegar, bay leaves, cumin, and paprika; mix well.

Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes until pork is tender, stirring occasionally.

Remove pork from skillet and let rest for a few minutes.

Slice pork into bite-sized pieces or shred with forks.

Grill or fry the pork pieces until crispy and caramelized, about 3-5 minutes per side.

Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

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