Hornado Pastuso en Casa ¡Jugoso y Crocante!

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs are lower in fat and cost less than pork shoulder.

orange juice

🥗Healthier: fresh squeezed lemon juice

💰Cheaper: citrus blend

Lemon juice offers acidity without added sugars.

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Cider provides a similar sweetness without alcohol.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Thyme adds a similar aromatic flavor at a lower cost.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Rub the pork shoulder with minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Marinate the pork in orange juice and beer for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan with bay leaves and chopped onion.

Cover the pan with aluminum foil and roast for 2-3 hours until tender.

Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).

Roast for an additional 30-45 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

Let the pork rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.

Serve with boiled potatoes, avocado, corn, and lime wedges.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes.

Cooking Techniques

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