Pork Free Cuban Mojo Pork

Total time12 hr 20 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time4 hr

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the pork

3 ½ lb bone-in pork shoulder (boston butt)
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Chef's tip
Use the same weight of boneless chicken thighs and cut them as directed. For thin slices, skewers, stir-fries, or frying, cook to 165°F (74°C). For covered braises, cook about 45 minutes; for a slow cooker, use 3 to 4 hours on low.
1 ½ tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper

For the mojo marinade

½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
6 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp orange zest

For serving

¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Instructions

1
In a blender or food processor, combine the orange juice, lime juice, orange zest, garlic, olive oil, cumin, oregano, turmeric, smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Blend until smooth and emulsified, about 30 seconds.
2
Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Season all over with the kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place the pork in a large zip-top bag or a snug container and pour all of the mojo marinade over it, turning to coat every surface. Seal and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

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