Best 8 Pork Roast Cubano Recipes

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Pork roast Cubano is a traditional Cuban dish that is characterized by its flavorful and tender texture. This savory dish consists of a pork roast that is marinated in a mixture of citrus juices, garlic, oregano, cumin, and other spices, and then slow-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tenderness. Once cooked, the pork is typically served with a side of rice, black beans, and a variety of Cuban-style vegetables. Pork roast Cubano is a popular dish among Cuban households and can be found in many Cuban restaurants as well. This comprehensive guide will provide you with the necessary information to create an authentic and delicious pork roast Cubano, including marination tips, cooking instructions, and suggestions for serving.

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PORK ROAST CUBANO



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It takes me just minutes to prepare this recipe, and the slow cooker does the rest of the work! It's a one-dish meal that's real comfort food for my family. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds boneless pork shoulder butt roast
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small sweet red pepper, cubed
1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk
1/2 cup salsa verde
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Sliced papaya

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown roast in oil on all sides. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add black beans, sweet potato and red pepper. In a small bowl, mix coconut milk, salsa and ginger; pour over meat., Cook, covered, on low 7-9 hours or until pork is tender. Sprinkle with green onions; serve with papaya.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CUBAN PORK ROAST I



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Black beans and rice are the logical accompaniment to this hearty pork roast. A salad of orange slices, red onion and arugula dressed with a tangy cilantro vinaigrette would be refreshing. If there are any leftovers, make media noches, the Cuban sandwiches that are made with Swiss cheese, ham and toasted egg bread in addition to roast pork.

Provided by Ann

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons cumin seeds
½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
⅓ cup orange juice
⅓ cup dry sherry
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and tied

Steps:

  • Heat a small, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and peppercorns to the pan; stir constantly until fragrant and beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Cool.
  • Using a mortar and pestle, crush toasted spices with garlic, salt, and oregano to make a paste. You can also do this in the small bowl of a food processor. Transfer to a small bowl, and stir in orange juice, lime juice, lemon juice, sherry, and olive oil.
  • Place the pork in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour citrus marinade over meat, and seal. Refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours, turning the bag over occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Transfer pork and marinade to a roasting pan, and place in the oven. Roast for about 2 1/2 hours, basting with pan juices occasionally, or until an instant read thermometer inserted in the center reads 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Add small amounts of water to the pan if it dries out. Transfer the pork to a carving board, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 15 minutes. Carve, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 161 mg, Fat 49.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 38.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 796.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CUBAN ROAST PORK



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Make and share this Cuban Roast Pork recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Crabbycakes

Categories     Pork

Time P1DT5h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 -6 lbs pork roast, shoulder, sirloin
3 garlic cloves, peeled and slivered
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon oregano, ground
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt, to taste
1 large onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Trim fat from roast, if any.
  • With a sharp knife, cut tiny holes in roast and insert slivers of garlic.
  • In large plastic bag, place remaining ingredients.
  • Shake to mix well.
  • Place pork roast in bag.
  • Place in refrigerator, at least overnight.
  • Remove roast from marinade and discard the marinade.
  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Place in covered baking pan and cook for 5-6 hours.
  • Turn once during baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.4, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 260.8, Sodium 1384.5, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3.2, Protein 83.8

CUBAN-STYLE ROAST PORK



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Fragrant, savory, and succulent pork roast the whole family will love. Serve with cumin scented black beans, and mashed sweet potatoes.

Provided by Michele Kerr Fielding

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 2h48m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons orange juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 (4 pound) pork shoulder roast

Steps:

  • Grind garlic, salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano, and coriander into a paste using a mortar and pestle.
  • Transfer half of the garlic and spice paste to a bowl; add lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, and vinegar. Beat the mixture with a whisk until smooth.
  • Cut several inch-long, deep slits into the fatty side of the pork roast. Rub the reserved garlic paste into the slits.
  • Put rubbed roast into a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Pour the liquid mixture over the roast, squeeze as much air from the bag as possible and seal; refrigerate, turning occasionally, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Remove pork roast from refrigerator, put into a roasting pan, and let warm at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Roast pork in preheated oven for 30 minutes, reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), and continue cooking until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 2 hours more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 170 degrees F (75 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 539.9 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

PORK TENDERLOIN CUBANO



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Categories     Rum     Garlic     Onion     Marinate     Roast     Lime     Orange     Pork Tenderloin     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup dark rum
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1 bay leaf, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 12-ounce pork tenderloins
Orange slices
Fresh cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • Mix first 10 ingredients in large resealable plastic bag. Add pork to marinade. Close bag and turn pork to coat. Refrigerate overnight, turning pork once.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Transfer pork to baking pan; discard marinade. Roast until thermometer inserted into center of pork registers 150°F, about 25 minutes. Let pork stand 5 minutes. Cut pork crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange on platter. Garnish with orange slices and cilantro sprigs and serve.

CUBAN PORK ROAST



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A citrus and spice marinade seasons this moist, tender roast. "The pork is flavorful but mild, so everyone likes it," says Virginia Cronk of Little Torch Key, Florida. "You can serve it Cuban-style with black beans and rice, or make a traditional Cuban sandwich of pork, ham, Swiss cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, mustard, mayonnaise and dill pickle." -Virginia Cronk, Little Torch Key, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup lime juice
1 cup orange juice
10 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
4 bay leaves
1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour half of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the pork roast. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. Refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade from pork. Place roast in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Pour reserved marinade over the roast. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; baste with pan drippings. Bake 15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°. Discard bay leaves. Let roast stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK TENDERLOIN CUBANO



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I love Cuban cuisine for its blend of Spanish, African and Carribbean cooking styles and flavors. This is one of those recipes that requires simple preparation the night before and then goes on the grill or in the oven for a quick but delicious meal. From "Home Cooking with the Uncommon Gourmet" by Ellen Helman.

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Pork

Time 3h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 -12 ounces pork tenderloin
salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons dark rum

Steps:

  • Place the pork in a non-reactive container or plastic bag.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, garlic, onion, oregano, molasses, orange juice, lime juice, and rum.
  • Pour the marinade over the pork, coating all surfaces.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours and as much as overnight.
  • Return to room temperature before cooking.
  • Grill method: Grill the tenderloins over hot coals, 4 inches from the heat source, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, basting with the reserved marinade.
  • Oven method: Roast the pork in a 400F oven for 20-25 minutes.
  • Let the meat rest for 5 minutes; then slice into 3/4 inch thick rounds and serve.

CUBAN ROAST PORK, PERNIL O PIERNA ASADA ESTILO CUBANO



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Goodness, this recipe brought back wonderful memories of eating Cuban food while visiting Florida years ago! We chose to use lime juice and it tasted spectacular. We will definitely be serving this for special dinners in the future!

Provided by Juliann Esquivel

Categories     Roasts

Time 5h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large 4 or 5 pound pork roast shoulder or fresh ham (ham that is not cured or smoked or cooked)
2 c sour orange or fresh lime or lemon juice
1 large bay leaf
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp cumin powder
2 Tbsp salt and 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
20 clove fresh garlic peeled, cloves can be left whole
cuban mojo sauce
2 large onions sliced in thin rounds
1/2 c roast pork pan drippings
1/2 c reserved garlic and lime sauce mixture

Steps:

  • 1. Buy a nice large pork shoulder or fresh ham try to buy with the skin on the fresh ham. I am doubtful you will find a pork shoulder with the skin on it but you can try.
  • 2. THE NIGHT BEFORE: Take your pork shoulder or fresh ham and stab it all over making deep stabbings in the meat all over the roast. Next, take your salt and pour about two tablespoons full in your hands and rub deep all over the pork roast or fresh ham sticking your fingers in the deep stabbed holes to penetrate the salt well into the meat. Do this all around the fresh ham. You will need about 2 tablespoons of salt altogether. If it is a very large fresh ham you might need as much as three tablespoons of salt. Rubbing deep into the meat all over and into the holes made with a sharp knife. Please be careful with the knife when stabbing the pork so as to not cut yourself. Make sure your hands are dry as well as the handle of the knife when stapping the pork. You do not want your hand to slide down onto the sharp blade as I have seen happen when stabbing the pork.
  • 3. After salting put the pork to a side. In a blender add the lime/lemon or sour oange juice, garlic cloves, and the seasonings bay leaf, cumin powder, oregano, pepper, 1 teaspoon salt. Blend on high until all is liquified.
  • 4. This is your Cuban Mojo, pour one cup of the mojo in a jar cover and reserve for later.
  • 5. Now take your pork roast and pour the rest of the sauce all over the pork roast rubbing the mojo sauce deep into the pork meat in the slits or holes. The secret is to make sure you rub your pork meat roast or fresh ham with all this lime/garlic sauce making sure it is well introduced into the meat.
  • 6. When done sprinkle a little more oregano, cumin, black pepper over the entire roast again just a little sprinkle. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate until the next day for roasting.
  • 7. Next day remove pork from the refrigerator let stand on the counter for at least an hour then put into a preheated 325 degree oven.
  • 8. Depending on how large a roast you have roast about 3 to 4 hours or a little more.
  • 9. Pour a half cup of the reserved mojo and baste your roast every hour with some of the mojo.
  • 10. Roast is done when the juices run clear and the meat is tender. Do not cover with aluminum foil to roast. You can tent the roast with aluminum foil but do not crimp the edges all around. You want to roast your pork meat not steam it. I do not even tent mine.
  • 11. If the roast starts to get too brown on top tent it with the foil. Take a large piece of foil and fold in half then put over the roast leaving the sides open, no crimping. A five pound roast can take as long as five or six hours slow roasting. When done remove roast from the oven take out of the pan put into another pan. Let roast hang out for a bit.
  • 12. In your pan there should be lots of pan drippings. Pour them into a frying pan over medium heat and add the onions and fry them in the drippings.
  • 13. Next, take a half cup of the reserved mojo from the refrigerator and pour into the onions sauteing everything for about five minutes. After about 10 minutes slice all of your roast and pour the mojo with onions all over the meat mixing it well into all of the pork meat. Serve with Cuban black beans and white rice. There is another traditional dish served with the pork, rice, and black beans. It is called Yuca (Casava). It is boiled when tender it is served with the pork, black beans, and rice. It looks like boiled potato only it is long and very starchy. It is served with a mojo sauce that is also pored over it but only lemon or lime juice and fresh garlic are used. But that is another recipe. It is a tradition to also include that dish with the Cuban roast pork dinner. Don't forget the Crispy Cuban bread and the Sangria or wine, For dessert pass a delicious flan. Buen Apetito. Enjoy.

### **Pork Roast Cooking Guide** **Selecting the Right Pork Roast:** - Pork shoulder (butt) roast: Best for slow cooking methods like braising or roasting. - Pork loin roast: Leaner and more flavorful, suitable for roasting at higher temperature. - Pork sirloin roast: Can be used for both braising and roasting, but it's slightly tougher than the other two options. ### **Preparing Pork Roast:** - Season the roast with salt, black or white table salt, granulated or powdered garic, and ground sage. - You can add other spices or herbs like cumin, chili powder, or rosemary for a more complex taste. - Sear the roast on all sides in a large skillet over medium-high heat. This will help to lock in the juices and create a flavorful crust. ### **Cooking Methods:** - Braising: This is the best method for cooking tougher, less expensive meat. Cook the roast in a liquid, such as broth or wine, in a covered pan at a low temperature. - Ro roasting: This method is best for more flavorful, expensive meat. Cook the roast uncovered in a pan at a high temperature. - Smoking: This method infuses the meat with a delicious smoky favor. Cook the roast slowly over low heat, using wood smoke to add the smoky taste. ### **Cooking Times:** - Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the roast and the cooking method. - As a general rule, a 3- to 4-pound roast will take about 3 hours to braise, 2 hours to roast, and 4 to 5 hours to smoke. - Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the roast is done. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C) for medium-done or 165°F (74°C) for well-done. ### **Resting the Roast:** - Once the roast is done, let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and make the meat more flavorful. ### **Serving Suggestions:** - Pork roast can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed or roasted root and green and non sturgy greens, applesauce, or stuffing. - You can also make a gravy from the cooking juices to add extra richness to the dish. ### **Conclusion:** Creating a delicious and succulent park roast is not difficult if you follow these simple tips and tricks. Just be patient and give the roast enough time to cook properly. With a little effort, you can create a meal that will impress your family and friends.

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