Easy Slow Cooker Mojo Pork Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 (4 pound) pork butt roast
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.75 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.5 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
• 6 cloves garlic, pressed
• 2 oranges, zested
• 1 lime, zested
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

1. Prepare all of the ingredients.
2. Score the fat side of the pork butt in a crosshatch pattern, making cuts approximately 1/8-inch deep. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside briefly.
3. In a large resealable bag, combine the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, fresh cilantro, minced garlic, orange zest, lime zest, bay leaves, dried oregano, and ground cumin. Add the pork, ensuring it's fully coated with the marinade. Squeeze out any excess air and seal the bag tightly. Marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours, or preferably overnight. Flip the bag occasionally, gently massaging the marinade over the roast to ensure even distribution of flavors.
4. Carefully transfer the pork and all of the marinade to a slow cooker. Cover the slow cooker securely. Cook on Low heat until the pork is incredibly fork-tender, approximately 7 to 8 hours.
5. Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the oven's broiler to high.
6. Transfer the pork to a roasting pan, positioning it fat-side up. Broil until the skin is lightly browned and beautifully crisped, about 4 to 5 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.

Nutrition

• Calories: 314 kcal
• Fat Content: 27 g
• Fiber Content: 0 g
• Sugar Content: 1 g
• Sodium Content: 1536 mg
• Protein Content: 15 g
• Cholesterol Content: 65 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 3 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g