Easy Oven Roast Pork Shoulder with Adobo
Tender pork shoulder slow-roasted in a vibrant Puerto Rican adobo marinade, resulting in fall-apart perfection with a caramelized crust. This puerto rican-inspired one pot ready in about 220 minutes pairs olive oil, orange juice, white vinegar 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.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds, trimmed of excess fat pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup white vinegar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to make the adobo marinade.
- Step 2: Rub the 3 pounds pork shoulder evenly with the adobo marinade, ensuring all sides are coated, then place in a roasting pan; pour 1/2 cup chicken broth around the pork to keep it moist, and cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
- Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until pork is fork-tender; remove foil and increase oven temperature to 425°F, then roast uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the surface is browned and crispy.
- Step 4: Let the pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing; serve with the pan juices for maximum flavor.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Easy Oven Roast Pork Shoulder with Adobo take to make?
Total time is about 220 minutes (15 min prep + 205 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 Easy Oven Roast Pork Shoulder with Adobo?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Easy Oven Roast Pork Shoulder with Adobo?
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 Easy Oven Roast Pork Shoulder with Adobo 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 Easy Oven Roast Pork Shoulder with Adobo?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
