Mojo-Braised Pulled Pork

Name: Mojo-Braised Pulled Pork
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 200 min
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: {'group': 'Main', 'item': '2-2.25kg boneless pork shoulder or Boston butt'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 shallots'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 heads garlic, peeled'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': 'Zest of 2 oranges'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': 'Zest of 3 limes'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 tbsp oregano leaves'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': 'Bunch of mint leaves'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '1 tbsp ground cumin'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 serrano chiles'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '250ml extra-virgin olive oil'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '1 tbsp kosher salt'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '250ml fresh lime juice or Seville orange juice'}; {'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '250ml fresh orange juice'}; {'group': 'Additional', 'item': 'Chicken stock, as needed'}

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Savor the rich flavors of Mojo-Braised Pulled Pork, a succulent dish featuring tender pork shoulder braised with garlic and shallots. Perfect for gatherings or meal prep!

1922 kcal /serving 3 hrs Serves 4 Medium Cuban

Ingredients

Metric Imperial

{'group': 'Main', 'item': '2-2.25kg boneless pork shoulder or Boston butt'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 shallots'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 heads garlic, peeled'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': 'Zest of 2 oranges'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': 'Zest of 3 limes'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 tbsp oregano leaves'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': 'Bunch of mint leaves'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '1 tbsp ground cumin'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '2 serrano chiles'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '250ml extra-virgin olive oil'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '1 tbsp kosher salt'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '250ml fresh lime juice or Seville orange juice'}
{'group': 'Marinade', 'item': '250ml fresh orange juice'}
{'group': 'Additional', 'item': 'Chicken stock, as needed'}

Preparation

Blend shallots, garlic, orange zest, lime zest, oregano, mint, cumin, serrano chiles, olive oil, salt, lime juice, and orange juice until smooth.
Reserve 250ml of the marinade for dipping.
Place pork in a resealable bag, cover with remaining marinade, and refrigerate overnight.

Cooking

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F (200°C)).
Remove pork from marinade and place in a Dutch oven, adding marinade to cover halfway.
Add chicken stock if needed.
Braise uncovered for 10 mins, then reduce heat to 180°C (350°F (175°C)) and cook for 3 to 3½ hrs, turning occasionally, until pork is tender and browned.

Plating & Serving

Remove pork from the oven, let it cool slightly, then shred with forks.
Toss with strained braising liquid to taste.
Serve with reserved marinade for dipping, alongside rice or in tacos.

Notes

Ensure the pork is well-marinated for maximum flavour. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed after shredding.

Suggested Sides

rice black beans

Nutrition per Serving

1922 Calories

96.1g Protein 82% DV

41.1g Carbs 14% DV

153.7g Fat 197% DV

6.3g Fiber 16% DV

16.4g Sugars

1776mg Sodium 118% DV

377mg Cholesterol 107% DV

Diet Type	Low Carb
Health Labels	Sugar Conscious Keto Friendly Paleo Specific Carbs Dairy Free Gluten Free Wheat Free Egg Free Milk Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Fish Free Shellfish Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free No Sugar Added Sulphite Free
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