Tiki-Inspired Roasted Pork with Spiced Citrus Glaze
Slow-roasted pork shoulder brushed with a tangy spiced orange and pineapple glaze, delivering layers of tropical and warm spice flavors. This caribbean-inspired pork ready in about 200 minutes pairs pork shoulder, orange juice, pineapple juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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 pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat dry 3 lbs pork shoulder and rub all over with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup pineapple juice, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp ground allspice, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tsp lime zest, and 2 tbsp olive oil to create the glaze.
- Step 3: Place pork shoulder in a roasting pan and brush generously with half of the spiced citrus glaze.
- Step 4: Roast pork uncovered for 3 hours, basting with remaining glaze every 45 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 195°F and pork is tender and easily shredded.
- Step 5: Remove pork from oven and let rest 15 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve with extra glaze on the side for dipping.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Tiki-Inspired Roasted Pork with Spiced Citrus Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 200 minutes (20 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 Tiki-Inspired Roasted Pork with Spiced 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 pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tiki-Inspired Roasted Pork with Spiced 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 Tiki-Inspired Roasted Pork with Spiced 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 Tiki-Inspired Roasted Pork with Spiced 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.
