How to Make Citrus-Braised Pork - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to hearty and flavorful dishes, there's nothing quite like a perfectly braised cut of pork. This Citrus-Braised Pork recipe takes the classic braising technique to new heights with the addition of bright and zesty citrus fruits. The combination of juicy pork and tangy citrus creates a dish that is both comforting and refreshing, making it a perfect option for any time of year.

The key to this recipe is the slow and gentle cooking process, which allows the pork to become ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups orange juice
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 10 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 dried bay leaves
  • 3 ½ pounds bone-in pork shoulder roast

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 55 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Mix orange juice, onion, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, brown sugar, salt, oregano, cumin, lime zest, pepper, and bay leaves in a heavy Dutch oven. Add pork shoulder; turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Remove Dutch oven from the refrigerator and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake pork in the preheated oven until heated through, about 1 1/2 hours. Flip pork carefully. Replace foil and bake for 1 hour more. Remove aluminum foil. Continue baking uncovered, turning once halfway through, until pork falls apart and marinade is reduced, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Remove pork from oven and let rest for 20 minutes. Shred pork in the Dutch oven using 2 forks; mix shredded pork with the reduced marinade. Discard bay leaves.
  • Nutrition

    298 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 763mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 346mg