Tiki-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Citrus Glaze

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Juicy pork shoulder slow-roasted with a blend of tropical spices and finished with a tangy citrus and rum glaze for island-inspired flavor. This caribbean-inspired pork ready in about 320 minutes pairs boneless pork shoulder, brown sugar, ground allspice 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: 300 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp ground allspice, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Rub the 3 lbs pork shoulder all over with 2 tbsp olive oil, then evenly coat with the spice mixture. Place pork in a roasting pan and cover tightly with foil.
  3. Step 3: Roast pork in the oven for 4-5 hours until tender and easily shredded when pierced with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup dark rum, 2 tbsp honey, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Simmer for 10 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove pork from oven and discard foil. Brush the citrus glaze generously over the pork and increase oven temperature to 425°F. Roast uncovered for 15 minutes until the glaze caramelizes.
  6. Step 6: Let pork rest 10 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve with extra glaze on the side.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Tiki-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Citrus Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 320 minutes (20 min prep + 300 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-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with 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 Tiki-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with 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-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with 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-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with 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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