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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For Basting
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Pork
In a blender, combine garlic, soy sauce, orange juice, lemon juice, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt. Blend until smooth. Pour the marinade over the pork shoulder in a large container or a resealable bag and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Roasting
- 3
Prepare the Pork for Roasting
Remove the marinated pork from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Pat the pork dry with paper towels and rub it with olive oil for a crispy skin.
- 4
Roast the Pork
Place the pork in a roasting pan and cover it with aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for 3 hours.
- 5
Prepare Basting Mixture
While the pork is roasting, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes. Stir in pineapple juice and set aside.
- 6
Finishing Touches
- 7
Rest and Serve
Once done, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for about 20 minutes before carving. Serve with your favorite sides.



