A Cuban-style pork roast marinated and cooked low and slow. Normally bitter oranges are used but they can be hard to find. To make it easy I subbed limes and oranges, using both the juices and the zest. Serve with black beans and white rice for a complete meal. Plan ahead because this roast is marinated from 6 hours to overnight.
Ingredients
- 1 (4 pound) pork butt roast
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¾ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 6 cloves garlic, pressed
- 2 oranges, zested
- 1 lime, zested
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Directions
Step 1
Score fat side of the pork in a crosshatch pattern, cutting about 1/8 inch deep. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Step 2
Combine orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, orange zest, lime zest, bay leaves, oregano, and cumin in a large resealable bag. Add pork butt and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours. Flip the bag over occasionally and rub over roast to evenly distribute marinade.
Step 3
Place roast and marinade in the slow cooker. Cook on Low until meat is fork-tender, 7 to 8 hours.
Step 4
Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
Step 5
Transfer pork into a roasting pan, fat-side up. Broil until lightly browned and the skin has crisped, 4 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 16 | |
Calories 314 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat27g | 35% |
Saturated Fat8g | 40% |
Cholesterol65mg | 22% |
Sodium1536mg | 67% |
Total Carbohydrate3g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein15g | |
Vitamin C10mg | 51% |
Calcium28mg | 2% |
Iron2mg | 11% |
Potassium296mg | 6% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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