Cuban-Style Mojo Pork

orange juice

🥗Healthier: fresh orange juice

💰Cheaper: canned orange juice

Fresh juice enhances flavor and reduces additives.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: pork loin

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Pork butt is often less expensive and flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper adds sweetness without heat.

Prepare the marinade by blending garlic, orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar until smooth.

Place the pork shoulder in a large bowl or resealable bag.

Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it's well coated.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to develop.

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).

Remove the pork from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan.

Add sliced onions and bay leaves around the pork in the pan.

Pour a little of the marinade over the pork, reserving the rest for basting.

Roast the pork for about 4-5 hours, basting every hour with the reserved marinade.

The pork is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (90°C) and is tender enough to pull apart.

Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before slicing or shredding.

Serve with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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