Puerto Rican Roast Pork Sandwich

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900g) pork shoulder 2 pounds (900g) pork shoulder
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Juice of 2 limes Juice of 2 limes
• Juice of 1 orange Juice of 1 orange
• 4 crusty bread rolls 4 crusty bread rolls
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup sliced pickles 1 cup sliced pickles

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat: 25g (Saturated Fat: 5g)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (Sugars: 2g)
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, lime juice, and orange juice to make the marinade.
2. 2.
   Place the pork shoulder in a large ziplock bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the pork. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3. 3.
   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
4. 4.
   Remove the pork from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Discard the marinade.
5. 5.
   Roast the pork in the preheated oven for about 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
6. 6.
   Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Then, slice it thinly.
7. 7.
   Slice the crusty bread rolls in half and spread mayonnaise on both sides.
8. 8.
   Layer the sliced pork and pickles on the bottom half of each roll. Cover with the top half of the roll.
9. 9.
   Serve the Puerto Rican Roast Pork Sandwiches immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pork shoulder — For the best results, choose a pork shoulder with a good amount of fat marbling. This will ensure that the meat stays moist and tender during the slow roasting process.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, you can rub the pork shoulder with the spice mixture and let it sit in the refrigerator overnight before adding the citrus juices.
• If you prefer a spicier sandwich, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the marinade.
• To achieve a crispy crust on the pork, you can increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 15 minutes of roasting.
• If you don't have access to a crusty bread roll, you can use a baguette or ciabatta bread as a substitute.
• Feel free to customize your sandwich by adding additional toppings such as sliced tomatoes, lettuce, or hot peppers.

Serving advice

Serve the Puerto Rican Roast Pork Sandwiches with a side of crispy plantain chips and a refreshing tropical fruit salad for a complete Caribbean-inspired meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can garnish the sandwich with a sprig of fresh cilantro or a slice of lime. Serve it on a wooden cutting board or a colorful plate to showcase the vibrant colors of the ingredients.