MOjo pork
A flavourful Cuban inspired pork marinade!
Pork is such an incredibly versatile meat, there are so many opportunities to get creative. Recently we watched the Netflix Movie “Chef”. The movie tells the story of an uninspired Chef, who after some bad press seeks a change of scenery. He then buys a food truck and gets back to his roots of making comfort food from a place of love. The big recipe from this movie that had every viewer’s mouth watering throughout watching it - was the Cubano Sandwich. The thing that makes the Sandwich truly special is the MOJO Pork! Mojo pork is a traditional Cuban marinated pork that is simple- yet totally packed with flavour. Mojo pork is best on a Cubano sandwich but is also just awesome on its own with a side of rice or beans.
Here’s what you need:
3 and 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, in one piece*
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil - We suggest a robust Ultra-premium, or garlic flavoured oil.
1 tablespoon orange zest
3/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup lightly packed mint leaves, finely chopped
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
Kosher salt and pepper
instructions:
In a food processor combine orange juice, cilantro, mint, and roughly chopped garlic cloves. Pulse until everything is finely chopped.
Add this mixture to a ziplock bag (one the fits your pork shoulder), along with the rest of the oil, zest, lime juice, oregano, and cumin.
Mix everything in the bag until it is well combined. Then add the pork to the bag.
Refrigerate overnight, or for several hours. The longer the better.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. & Place a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet.
Place the pork on the rack and discard the marinade. Salt and pepper the pork well.
Roast the 30 minutes until it is lightly browned.
Turn the oven down to 375 degrees. Roast for another 1 hour and a half or so until a meat thermometer reads 160.
Transfer to a cutting board, cover with aluminum foil and let rest for at least 20 minutes.
Carve against the grain and serve!