Slow-Roasted Pork with Tiki-Inspired Citrus Glaze

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Juicy slow-roasted pork shoulder glazed with a tangy and sweet tropical citrus sauce, perfect for a festive gathering. This caribbean-inspired pork ready in about 230 minutes pairs boneless pork shoulder, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 210 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Rub 3 lbs pork shoulder all over with 1 tbsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper, pressing seasoning into the meat.
  2. Step 2: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup fresh orange juice, 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Place seasoned pork shoulder in a roasting pan and pour half of the citrus glaze over it, reserving the rest.
  4. Step 4: Cover with foil and roast in the oven for 3 to 3.5 hours until pork is very tender and easily shredded.
  5. Step 5: Remove foil, baste pork with remaining glaze, and roast uncovered for another 20 minutes to caramelize the surface.
  6. Step 6: Let pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve drizzled with any pan juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork with Tiki-Inspired Citrus 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 with Tiki-Inspired Citrus 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 boneless pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Pork with Tiki-Inspired Citrus 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 with Tiki-Inspired Citrus 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 with Tiki-Inspired Citrus 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.

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