Pork Cubano Plato Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Pork

   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Season the pork shoulder with salt, pepper, and curry powder. Sear the pork on all sides until browned.

2. 2

   Cook the Pork

   Add enough water to cover the pork and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

3. 3

   Prepare the Rice and Beans

   While the pork is cooking, prepare the rice according to package instructions. In a separate pot, heat the black beans until warm. Season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Fry the Plantains

   Peel and slice the plantains diagonally. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and fry the plantain slices until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

5. 5

   Make the Chimichurri

   In a food processor, combine cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding olive oil as needed to reach desired consistency.

6. 6

   Prepare the Salsa

   Chop the tomato and onion. Mix them together in a bowl with salt, pepper, and additional lime juice to taste.

7. 7

   Assemble the Pupusas

   Heat the pupusas according to package instructions or cook them on a skillet until golden and heated through.

8. 8

   Serve the Dish

   To serve, plate the shredded pork alongside rice and beans, fried plantains, pupusas, chimichurri, and salsa.