Cuban Mojo Pork

Name: Cuban Mojo Pork
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 1590 min
Ingredients: 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp orange zest; 3/4 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup lime juice (fresh); 1 cup cilantro leaves (finely chopped); 1/4 cup mint leaves (chopped); 8 clove garlic (peeled and smashed); 1 tbsp Mexican oregano (or standard oregano); 2 tsp cumin (freshly ground); kosher salt and black pepper (to taste); 3.5 pound boneless pork shoulder (pork butt)

Cuban Mojo Pork

300kcal

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Prep 30 minutes mins

Cook 2 hours hrs

Total 1 day d 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Citrus-garlic marinated pork shoulder roasted until tender — classic Cuban mojo perfect for sandwiches or plates.

Servings 6 servings

Course Main Course

Cuisine Cuban

Ingredients

▢ 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
▢ 1 tbsp orange zest
▢ 3/4 cup orange juice
▢ 1/2 cup lime juice fresh
▢ 1 cup cilantro leaves finely chopped
▢ 1/4 cup mint leaves chopped
▢ 8 clove garlic peeled and smashed
▢ 1 tbsp Mexican oregano or standard oregano
▢ 2 tsp cumin freshly ground
▢ kosher salt and black pepper to taste
▢ 3.5 pound boneless pork shoulder (pork butt)

Method

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In a food processor combine orange juice, mint, cilantro, and garlic; pulse until everything is finely chopped.
Pour the mixture into a large zip-top bag and add the olive oil, orange zest, lime juice, oregano, cumin, and salt and pepper.
Add the pork to the bag and press/smoosh the marinade around the meat to coat evenly.
Marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the pork on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet.
Roast at 425°F for 30 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Continue roasting until the pork reaches at least 160°F (71°C) internal temperature; for very tender, shreddable pork cook longer (target 185–200°F).
Transfer the pork to a cutting board and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing or shredding.
Season with additional salt and pepper as needed and serve. Great for Cubano sandwiches or as a main with rice and beans.

Nutrition

Calories300kcalCarbohydrates6gProtein30gFat18gSaturated Fat6gCholesterol110mgSodium500mgPotassium700mgFiber1gSugar3gVitamin A200IUVitamin C25mgCalcium40mgIron2.5mg

Notes

For very tender pork, foil-wrap the pan when the roast reaches 160°F and continue cooking to about 185–200°F. Recipe adapted from The Food Charlatan. Ideal for Cubano sandwiches.