Adobo-Basted Pork Shoulder with Mojo Sauce

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A flavorful oven-baked pork shoulder marinated in Puerto Rican adobo and topped with fresh cilantro-lime mojo. This puerto rican-inspired one pot ready in about 150 minutes pairs Pork shoulder, White vinegar, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.3 (14 ratings) Prep: 45 min Cook: 105 min Serves 6 Puerto Rican cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Mix 1/4 cup white vinegar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano in a bowl.
  2. Step 2: Rub the adobo mixture evenly over 2 lbs pork shoulder. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Step 3: Place pork shoulder in a roasting pan. Bake uncovered for 1 hour and 45 minutes until internal temperature reaches 180°F.
  4. Step 4: While pork bakes, combine 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1/4 cup lime juice, and 1 tbsp olive oil to make mojo sauce.
  5. Step 5: Remove pork from oven, let rest for 15 minutes, then slice and drizzle with mojo sauce before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Adobo-Basted Pork Shoulder with Mojo Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 150 minutes (45 min prep + 105 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Adobo-Basted Pork Shoulder with Mojo Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Adobo-Basted Pork Shoulder with Mojo Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Adobo-Basted Pork Shoulder with Mojo Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Adobo-Basted Pork Shoulder with Mojo Sauce?

Puerto Rican one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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