Are you craving a flavorful and authentic Puerto Rican pork roast that will transport your taste buds straight to the Caribbean? Look no further than Don Struble's famous recipe, which promises to tantalize your senses with a symphony of spices and tender, succulent pork. This dish, a staple of Puerto Rican cuisine, is perfect for a special occasion or a casual family gathering. With its aromatic blend of herbs, citrus, and sofrito, Don Struble's pork roast will leave you and your loved ones satisfied and longing for more. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of creating this culinary masterpiece, exploring the unique ingredients and techniques that make it so beloved.
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DON STRUBLE'S PUERTO RICAN PORK ROAST
A well seasoned pork roast worthy of feeding your family, or your very best company. Drippings from this roast makes the most fabulous and rich gravy you have ever tasted. Serve with mashed potatoes and your favorite vegetables and/or salad.
Provided by Donald Struble
Categories Caribbean Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rub the roast all over with salt and pepper, hot pepper sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Using a small boning knife, carefully poke holes about 1 inch deep and 1 inch apart all over the roast. While making each cut twist the knife and insert a drop of hot sauce, wedge of pepperoni, garlic sliver and one olive into each cut.
- Place roast in a roasting pan and pour in the water. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes per pound or until an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) is met. Remove from oven, tent with foil and let roast stand for 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 603.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
PUERTO RICAN PORK ROAST
This recipe was given to me by my grandfather who was a great culinary cook but never published his recipes. This is authentic Puerto Rican cuisine that was prepared on a spit, but with modern technology is converted to the kitchen and not as large of an animal.
Provided by ElizabethKnicely
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
- Place the garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and olive oil into the container of a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Use a small knife to make several incisions in the fresh ham. Insert the garlic paste into each one using a small spoon. Place the ham in a roaster, and cover.
- Bake for 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, then check every 15 minutes or so, until the internal temperature reaches 175ºF (80ºC) when taken with a meat thermometer.
- While the meat is roasting, place the yucca in a large pot of boiling water. Cook until fork tender, and drain. Serve with pork roast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.1, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 145.2, Sodium 1583.1, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.5, Protein 48.9
DON STRUBLE'S PUERTO RICAN PORK ROAST
A well seasoned pork roast worthy of feeding your family, or your very best company. Drippings from this roast makes the most fabulous and rich gravy you have ever tasted. Serve with mashed potatoes and your favorite vegetables and/or salad.
Provided by Donald Struble
Categories Caribbean Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rub the roast all over with salt and pepper, hot pepper sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Using a small boning knife, carefully poke holes about 1 inch deep and 1 inch apart all over the roast. While making each cut twist the knife and insert a drop of hot sauce, wedge of pepperoni, garlic sliver and one olive into each cut.
- Place roast in a roasting pan and pour in the water. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes per pound or until an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) is met. Remove from oven, tent with foil and let roast stand for 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 603.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
PUERTO RICAN STYLE ROAST PORK
Steps:
- 1-2 days before cooking, slice off any excess fat. Wash pork well. Dry. With small knife make deep cuts around the meat. Mix in bowl; all ingredients (may adjust to taste or size of pork) except oil. Grind with mortar and pestle or use back of spoon if you don't have one.
- With clean finger, stuff holes in roast with spices. When done pour oil into leftover spices and rub over roast. Put in roasting pan and cover with foil. Let roast sit in refrigerator for 1-2 days. Don't worry it won't spoil, the spices keep it fresh.
- On day that you will be cooking the roast remove from fridge and turn fatty side up. Cook 35 minutes per lb. at 350°. Make sure it is well cooked. Juices should be clear. Let sit a few minutes and slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
PUERTO RICAN SHREDDED PORK
Put your own spin on delicious with this slow-cooked Puerto Rican Shredded Pork roast, made with fresh citrus juice, garlic and herbs.
Provided by National Pork Board
Categories Pork
Time 8h55m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, poke a few holes into the pork and stuff holes with half of the crushed garlic. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the oil. Add the pork and brown on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the meat to a slow cooker.
- Combine the remaining ingredients in a blender and blend for a few seconds until evenly combined. Place the pork in the slow cooker. Pour the liquid mixture over the pork, and let the pork marinate in the mixture for about 10 minutes on each side.
- Turn the slow cooker on low, and set the timer for 8 hours.
- After 8 hours, remove pork and shred using two forks on a large cutting board. Remove all the liquid from the slow cooker except for 1 cup of the cooking liquid and add pork back to pot. Let it cook another 15-30 minutes.
- Serve the shredded pork over lettuce wraps or in corn tortillas, and top with pico de gallo, chopped cilantro and/or avocado.
- *Please note that if you're unfamiliar with tying a roast with kitchen twine, ask your butcher to pre-tie the roast in the store.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.4, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 672, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9, Protein 34.7
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: A pork shoulder or pork butt is the best cut for this recipe, as it is a tough cut that will become tender and flavorful when cooked slowly.
- Sear the pork before roasting: Searing the pork in a hot skillet before roasting it will help to develop a flavorful crust and lock in the juices.
- Use a flavorful marinade: Marinating the pork in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs will help to infuse it with flavor.
- Cook the pork slowly: Pork shoulder or pork butt should be cooked slowly over low heat, either in the oven or in a slow cooker. This will help to tenderize the meat and allow the flavors to develop.
- Let the pork rest before serving: Once the pork is cooked, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
Don Struble's Puerto Rican pork roast is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion dinner or a casual weeknight meal. The combination of the tender pork, the flavorful marinade, and the crispy skin is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is both delicious and impressive.
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