Megan Mccullough
@megmc62
Mexican-Style Roasted Pork Shoulder
This Mexican-Style Roasted Pork Shoulder is a flavorful and succulent dish, perfect for gatherings or family dinners. The garlic and spice rub infuses the meat with rich flavors, while the slow roasting ensures tenderness. Serve it with tortillas, rice, or your favorite sides for a delicious meal.
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:8
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time5 min.
- Total time20 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- 8 cloves, crushed
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 (1.41 ounce) package
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 (5 pound), skin-on, bone-in
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Mexican-Style Roasted Pork Shoulder.
Step 1
To start, gather your ingredients and mix together crushed garlic, olive oil, white vinegar, sazon seasoning, adobo seasoning, black pepper, and dried Mexican oregano in a bowl.
Step 2
This will create a deliciously aromatic paste that will infuse your pork roast with incredible flavor.
Step 3
Next, take a sharp knife and carefully cut a wide pocket at the large end of the pork roast.
Step 4
Be sure to separate the skin from the fat while keeping the skin attached at the sides.
Step 5
To enhance the flavor even more, make 1-inch deep slits under the skin and on all meaty sides, twisting the knife gently to widen the openings.
Step 6
Now it’s time to stuff that flavorful garlic paste into the slits, ensuring every bite will be packed with taste.
Step 7
Rub any remaining paste all over the surface of the meat for an extra layer of deliciousness.
Step 8
Once your roast is well-seasoned, place it in a large zip-top bag or a ceramic or glass bowl, cover it, and let it marinate in the refrigerator.
Step 9
For the best results, aim for at least 2 hours, but if you can wait up to 8 hours, the flavors will be even more pronounced.
Step 10
When you’re ready to cook, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 11
Take the marinated roast out of the fridge and place it in a roasting pan on a rack, making sure the fat side is facing up.
Step 12
Cover the roast with aluminum foil to keep it moist during the initial cooking phase.
Step 13
Roast it in the preheated oven for about 1 hour.
Step 14
After that, reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C) and remove the foil.
Step 15
Continue roasting until the internal temperature of the pork reaches at least 175°F (79°C), which should take around 4 more hours.
Step 16
Once your pork shoulder is perfectly cooked, let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Step 17
This resting period is crucial as it allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring each slice is tender and juicy.
Step 18
Enjoy the mouthwatering results of your hard work!.