Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Tropical Pineapple Glaze
Tender slow-roasted pork shoulder finished with a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze that balances savory and tropical flavors, perfect for a festive Caribbean meal. This Caribbean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 230 minutes, pairs pork shoulder (bone-in), salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 (bone-in)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp scallions, sliced
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Pat dry 3 lbs pork shoulder and rub evenly with 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp ground allspice, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 2: Place pork shoulder in a roasting pan and cook uncovered for 3 to 3.5 hours until the meat is very tender and easily pulls apart.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup pineapple juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tbsp lime juice in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer for 10 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
- Step 4: During the last 30 minutes of roasting, brush the pineapple glaze over the pork shoulder every 10 minutes to build a sticky, caramelized crust.
- Step 5: Remove pork from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before shredding. Garnish with 2 tbsp sliced scallions and serve with extra glaze on the side.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Tropical Pineapple Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 230 minutes (20 min prep + 210 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 Tropical Pineapple Glaze?
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 (bone-in) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Tropical Pineapple Glaze?
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 Tropical Pineapple Glaze 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 Tropical Pineapple Glaze?
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.
