Slow Cooker Cuban-Style Mojo Pork with Black Beans and Rice

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Tender pork shoulder slow-cooked in a zesty citrus-garlic mojo sauce, served with seasoned black beans and fluffy white rice for a Cuban-inspired meal. This caribbean-inspired pork ready in about 500 minutes pairs orange juice, lime juice, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 480 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Add 3 lbs pork shoulder chunks and toss to coat.
  2. Step 2: Transfer the pork and marinade to a slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, until pork is fork-tender and shreds easily.
  3. Step 3: While pork cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add 2 cans (15 oz each) drained black beans and cook for 5 more minutes until heated through and flavors combine.
  4. Step 4: Serve the shredded pork over 4 cups cooked white rice with a generous spoonful of seasoned black beans. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves for freshness.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow Cooker Cuban-Style Mojo Pork with Black Beans and Rice take to make?

Total time is about 500 minutes (20 min prep + 480 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 Slow Cooker Cuban-Style Mojo Pork with Black Beans and Rice?

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 orange juice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow Cooker Cuban-Style Mojo Pork with Black Beans and Rice?

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 Slow Cooker Cuban-Style Mojo Pork with Black Beans and Rice 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 Slow Cooker Cuban-Style Mojo Pork with Black Beans and Rice?

Caribbean 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.

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