Sheet Pan Adobo-Spiced Pork with Plantains
This sheet pan dish features tender pork shoulder marinated in Filipino adobo spices paired with caramelized ripe plantains, offering a balanced sweet and savory flavor. This filipino-inspired pork ready in about 60 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder, soy sauce, white vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 2 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 6, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp, whole black peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
- 2, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces ripe plantains
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 lbs pork shoulder cubes with 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup white vinegar, 6 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp whole black peppercorns, and 2 bay leaves. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange marinated pork and marinade in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Step 3: Roast pork in the oven for 25 minutes, then add 2 sliced ripe plantains, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp salt to the pan, tossing gently to coat.
- Step 4: Add 1/2 cup water around the edges of the pan to keep moisture, then continue roasting for another 15-20 minutes until pork is tender and plantains are caramelized, stirring once halfway through.
- Step 5: Remove bay leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or a side salad.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Adobo-Spiced Pork with Plantains take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 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 Sheet Pan Adobo-Spiced Pork with Plantains?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Adobo-Spiced Pork with Plantains?
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 Sheet Pan Adobo-Spiced Pork with Plantains for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sheet Pan Adobo-Spiced Pork with Plantains?
Filipino pork 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.
