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Slow-cooked Cuban mojo pork shredded and served with crispy edges, garnished with cilantro and lime. Juicy, flavorful meat drizzled with citrus-infused cooking juices, paired with rice and black beans.

Slow Cooker Cuban Mojo Pork

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If you're looking for tender, citrus-infused pork that practically melts in your mouth, this Slow Cooker Cuban Mojo Pork is a must-try. The pork marinates in fresh orange and lime juice, garlic, and spices, then slow cooks to perfection. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or as a sandwich filling for a flavorful meal any time of the day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 lb pork shoulder or pork butt
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 10 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker For cooking the pork until tender
  • Mixing Bowl For preparing the marinade
  • Tongs For handling the pork
  • Baking Sheet (Optional) For broiling the shredded pork for crispy edges

Method
 

  1. Place the pork shoulder in a large dish or resealable bag.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
  4. Transfer the marinated pork and marinade to a slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until tender and easy to shred.
  5. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
  6. Optional: Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 5 minutes for crispy edges.
  7. Drizzle some of the reserved cooking juices over the pork and serve with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
  • Use fresh citrus juice for the best taste.
  • Broil the shredded pork for crispy texture.

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