Crock Pot Cuban Pork Roast

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 4
Flavorful and tender Crock Pot Cuban Pork Roast
in Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

8-10 hours (low) or 5-6 hours (high)

Ready In

8-10 hours (low) or 5-6 hours (high)

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup grapefruit juice
1/4 cup water
3 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bay leaves
4 lbs boneless pork shoulder
1 cup sliced onion
flour tortilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
371
Sugar
1g
Fat
27g
Looking for an easy and flavorful dinner that requires minimal effort? Try this Crock Pot Cuban Pork Roast recipe! This slow-cooked pork roast gets its vibrant flavor from a zesty citrus marinade featuring lime juice and grapefruit juice. The result is a juicy and succulent shredded pork that pairs perfectly with flour tortillas and your favorite toppings. Moreover, it is a great recipe for meal prepping as it can be used in salads, tacos, or sandwiches throughout the week. Don’t worry if you are not familiar with Cuban cuisine, this recipe is simple, delicious, and easy to follow.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, grapefruit juice, water, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2.Layer bay leaves and sliced onions in the crock pot.
3.Place pork on top of onion and bay leaves.
4.Pour the juice mixture over the pork.
5.Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours.
6.Once finished, remove pork from crock pot and shred.
7.Serve with flour tortillas and your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

PROS

This pork recipe is easy to make and yields flavorful and tender meat.
It’s perfect for a low-effort dinner and makes great leftovers.

The tangy and citrusy flavors of the marinade make this dish bright and flavorful.

It is a great recipe for meal prepping – the pork can be used in a variety of dishes.

CONS

The meat can be high in fat, depending on the cut.

Cooking times can vary, and it can take longer than expected to reach shreddable tenderness.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork shoulder is a good source of protein and contains essential vitamins and minerals such as zinc, iron, and niacin.
Onion contains fiber, antioxidants, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Garlic has been linked to heart health and has antibacterial properties.

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