Roasted Cassava and Spiced Pork Shoulder

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Tender pork shoulder roasted with traditional Amazonian spices served alongside crispy roasted cassava roots. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 230 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, cassava root, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 210 min Serves 6 Latin American cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp ground coriander, 1 tbsp ground annatto seeds, 5 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Rub the 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder thoroughly with the marinade. Place in a roasting pan and cover loosely with foil. Roast for 3 hours, basting every hour with pan juices, until the pork is tender and pulls apart easily.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, toss 2 lbs peeled cassava pieces with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 30-35 minutes until golden and crisp on the outside.
  4. Step 4: Remove pork from oven and let rest for 15 minutes. Shred the pork with forks and toss with chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Step 5: Serve the spiced shredded pork alongside the roasted cassava pieces for a rustic, hearty meal.

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