Slow-Roasted Caribbean Pork Shoulder with Citrus Mojo
Tender slow-roasted pork shoulder marinated in a vibrant citrus mojo sauce, bursting with flavors of orange, lime, and garlic, perfect for a festive Caribbean meal. This Caribbean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 255 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 4 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup water
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Whisk thoroughly to create the mojo marinade.
- Step 2: Place 4 lbs pork shoulder in a large resealable bag or dish, pour the mojo marinade over it, ensuring the meat is fully coated. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 300°F. Transfer the pork shoulder and marinade to a roasting pan, add 1/4 cup water to the pan to keep moist, and cover tightly with foil.
- Step 4: Roast in the oven for about 4 hours, basting occasionally with the pan juices, until the pork is fork-tender and shreds easily.
- Step 5: Remove pork from oven and let rest for 15 minutes. Shred the meat with two forks, then toss with the pan juices and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 1 thinly sliced medium red onion for a bright, fresh finish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Roasted Caribbean Pork Shoulder with Citrus Mojo take to make?
Total time is about 255 minutes (15 min prep + 240 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-Roasted Caribbean Pork Shoulder with Citrus Mojo?
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 pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Caribbean Pork Shoulder with Citrus Mojo?
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-Roasted Caribbean Pork Shoulder with Citrus Mojo 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 Slow-Roasted Caribbean Pork Shoulder with Citrus Mojo?
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.
