Citrus-Garlic Mojo Pork Roast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

A tender pork shoulder marinated in a bright, herb-infused mojo sauce, slow-roasted to golden perfection. This Cuban-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 165 minutes, pairs pork shoulder roast, olive oil, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pounds pork shoulder roast
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to form a marinade.
2. Step 2: Place the 4-pound pork shoulder roast in a roasting pan and rub the marinade evenly over the entire surface, making sure to get into any crevices.
3. Step 3: Roast uncovered in the preheated oven for 2 hours and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F, basting every 30 minutes with the pan juices.
4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing.