Description
This Instant Pot Mojo Pork recipe is bursting with citrusy flavors and tender, juicy pork. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls, this dish is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Pork Marinade:
- 3 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into four pieces
- 8 garlic cloves
- 1 grapefruit, juiced
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano or 1/2 tablespoon fresh oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 Tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: Blend garlic, grapefruit juice, lime zest and juice, oil, brown sugar, oregano, cumin, and salt until smooth.
- Marinate Pork: Combine marinade with pork in a ziplock bag along with bay leaf. Rest for 1 hour at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Cook in Instant Pot: Pressure cook pork and marinade in Instant Pot on HIGH for 80 minutes. Release pressure naturally.
- Shred Pork: Remove pork, shred, and toss with cooking liquids. Season and serve in tortillas with toppings.
- Slow Cooker Option: Follow steps 1-3, then cook pork in a slow cooker on low for 8 hours. Shred pork and mix with cooking liquids before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sear the pork in a hot skillet before pressure cooking.
- This pork is versatile and can be used in various dishes like tacos, bowls, or sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 718mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 116mg
