Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Latin Citrus Adobo

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

Tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder marinated in a vibrant citrus adobo sauce, blending tangy orange and zesty lime with traditional Latin spices. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 275 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 560 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.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork shoulder
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup lime juice
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 bay leaves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup lime juice, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Place the 3 lbs pork shoulder in a large resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade, adding 2 bay leaves and 2 tbsp olive oil. Seal and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight, turning occasionally.
3. Step 3: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Remove the pork from the marinade, reserving the liquid. Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and cover tightly with foil.
4. Step 4: Roast the pork shoulder for 4 hours until the meat is tender and pulls apart easily. Every hour, baste with 1/4 cup of the reserved marinade to keep moist and flavorful.
5. Step 5: Remove the foil and increase oven temperature to 425°F. Roast uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until the edges are slightly caramelized and crispy. Let rest 15 minutes before shredding and serving.