Cuban Style Pork Shoulder

Elevate your dinner table with this juicy, flavor-packed Cuban Style Pork Shoulder, a slow-roasted masterpiece infused with the vibrant flavors of citrus and spices. Marinated overnight in a tangy blend of fresh orange and lime juices, olive oil, garlic, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika, this tender bone-in pork shoulder soaks up every aromatic note before roasting to perfection. The dish is slow-cooked with sliced onions and bay leaves, ensuring each bite is rich, savory, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Finished with a caramelized crust and basted in its own juices, this recipe is a show-stopper that pairs beautifully with classic sides like rice, beans, and fried plantains or as the ultimate filling for Cuban sandwiches. Perfect for a hearty family meal or special occasion, this Cuban-inspired pork shoulder will dazzle your taste buds and transport you straight to the Caribbean.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:325 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 5 pounds Bone-in pork shoulder (also called pork butt)
• 1 cup Orange juice (preferably fresh)
• 0.5 cup Lime juice (preferably fresh)
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 8 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large White onion (sliced)
• 2 pieces Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable plastic bag or a deep dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it's fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 4

Remove the pork shoulder from the marinade and place it in a large roasting pan. Reserve the marinade for later use.

Step 5

Scatter the sliced onion and bay leaves around the pork in the roasting pan.

Step 6

Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil and roast the pork shoulder in the preheated oven for 4 hours.

Step 7

After 4 hours, remove the foil and pour the reserved marinade over the pork. Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue roasting uncovered for an additional 45-60 minutes, basting the pork occasionally with the pan juices, until the meat is tender and the edges are caramelized.

Step 8

Remove the roasting pan from the oven and let the pork rest for 15-20 minutes. Use two forks to shred the pork directly in the pan, mixing it with the pan juices for maximum flavor.

Step 9

Serve the Cuban-style pork shoulder with rice, beans, and fried plantains, or enjoy it in sandwiches like a traditional Cuban sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2952.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6400.0

Total Fat 483.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 163.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 1678.3mg	0%
Sodium 15601.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 432.1g	0%

Vitamin D 158.8IU	0%
Calcium 471.2mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 7359.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.4%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 4.4%