Cuban Pulled Pork Recipe
provolone, pulled pork, caramelized onions, jalapeños & aioli
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Ingredients
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Pork Marinade
Caramelized Onions
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Pork Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Pork
In a bowl, combine garlic, orange juice, lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Cook the Pork
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove the pork from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and roast for about 4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- 3
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes. Shred the pork using two forks.
Caramelizing Onions
- 4
Assembly
- 5
Assemble the Sandwich
On each bun, layer the pulled pork, caramelized onions, sliced provolone cheese, sliced jalapeños, and a generous dollop of aioli. Serve warm.