Grilled Adobo-Seasoned Pork Shoulder
A succulent pork shoulder marinated in Puerto Rican adobo and grilled to golden perfection, served with a bright citrus finish. This puerto rican-inspired grilling ready in about 100 minutes pairs trimmed pork shoulder, minced garlic, white vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, 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 lbs, trimmed pork shoulder
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, white vinegar, soy sauce, dried oregano, black pepper, salt, olive oil, and lime juice to form the adobo marinade.
- Step 2: Place pork shoulder in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour adobo marinade over pork, coating evenly. Seal bag or cover dish and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Remove pork from marinade, discarding excess liquid. Place pork on grill and cook for 30-40 minutes per side, basting occasionally with remaining marinade, until internal temperature reaches 195°F.
- Step 4: Transfer pork to cutting board and let rest for 15 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Adobo-Seasoned Pork Shoulder take to make?
Total time is about 100 minutes (20 min prep + 80 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 Grilled Adobo-Seasoned Pork Shoulder?
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 trimmed pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Adobo-Seasoned Pork Shoulder?
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 Grilled Adobo-Seasoned Pork Shoulder for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Grilled Adobo-Seasoned Pork Shoulder?
Puerto Rican grilling 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.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
