Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Citrus and Garlic Mojo

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A tender pork shoulder roasted until fall-apart tender, served with a bright, citrusy garlic sauce. This puerto rican-inspired quick meals ready in about 195 minutes pairs Pork shoulder, Garlic, Lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 4.3 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 180 min Serves 6 Puerto Rican cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a small bowl, mix 6 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the mojo sauce.
  2. Step 2: Rub 2 tbsp of the mojo sauce over the entire pork shoulder, then place in a roasting pan. Pour the remaining mojo sauce over the pork, ensuring it's well coated.
  3. Step 3: Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil and roast for 2.5 hours. Remove foil, then roast for 30 more minutes until the surface is golden and the internal temperature reaches 190°F.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Citrus and Garlic Mojo take to make?

Total time is about 195 minutes (15 min prep + 180 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 Pork Shoulder with Citrus and Garlic 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 Pork Shoulder with Citrus and Garlic 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 Pork Shoulder with Citrus and Garlic Mojo 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-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Citrus and Garlic Mojo?

Puerto Rican quick meals 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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