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Description
A flavorful high-protein pork cochinita pibil bake with tender meat marinated in citrus and spices.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cubed
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tbsp achiote paste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 banana leaf (optional)
Instructions
- Mix orange juice, lime juice, achiote paste, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Coat pork cubes evenly with the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Place marinated pork in a baking dish lined with banana leaf if using.
- Cover with foil and bake for 2.5 hours until tender.
- Shred pork with forks and serve.
Notes
- Use sour orange juice if available.
- Banana leaf adds aroma but isn’t essential.
- Serve with tortillas or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican