Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- For Food Processor Users: Add the orange juice, cilantro leaves, mint leaves, and smashed garlic to the food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Transfer this mixture to a ziplock bag. Add the remaining olive oil, orange zest, lime juice, oregano, and cumin.
- For Those Without a Food Processor: In a large ziplock bag, combine olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, minced garlic, oregano, and cumin. Give it a good shake to mix everything up, then add the pork shoulder.
- Refrigerate the zipped-up bag overnight (or at least several hours).
Cooking
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Place a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet.
- Remove the pork from the marinade (discard it) and salt and pepper it well.
- Roast the pork for 30 minutes for browning.
- Lower the oven temperature to 375°F and roast for another 1 hour and 20-30 minutes until a meat thermometer reads 160°F.
- Remove from the oven, transfer to a cutting board, cover with aluminum foil, and let it rest for at least 20 minutes.
- Carve against the grain and serve.
Notes
For a flavorful twist, marinate for 24 hours. Trust a meat thermometer to ensure perfectly cooked pork. This dish reheats very well, making it perfect for meal prep or make-ahead meals.
