Cuban Mojo Pork (Crockpot)

(Tender, Citrus-Garlic Pulled Pork with Bold Flavor)

Slow-cooked pork shoulder infused with bright citrus, garlic, and warm spices, then shredded into juicy, flavor-packed bites—this Cuban-inspired dish is effortless, versatile, and absolutely irresistible.

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 4 lbs pork shoulder
• ¼ cup orange juice
• ¼ cup lime juice
• 2 tsp cumin
• 2 tsp oregano
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves

Directions

Sear the Pork

• Season pork with salt and pepper
• In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown on all sides (about 2–3 minutes per side)

👉 This step = extra flavor. Don’t skip it if you can help it!

Build the Flavor

• Add orange juice, lime juice, cumin, oregano, red pepper, garlic, and bay leaves to the crockpot
• Stir to combine

Slow Cook

• Transfer pork (and pan juices!) into the crockpot
• Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours

Shred & Finish

• Remove bay leaves
• Shred pork with two forks
• Toss in juices to soak up all that citrusy goodness

Serving Suggestions

• Serve in warm tortillas with slaw
• Over rice with black beans
• Piled high on a toasted sandwich roll
• Or straight from the pot (no judgment 😄)

Wheels & Meals Signature Twists

• 🌮 Taco Night: Add pineapple slaw + cilantro + lime crema
• 🥪 Cuban Sandwich Style: Press with ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard
• 🍚 Rice Bowl: Serve with coconut rice and grilled veggies
• 🔥 Crispy Finish: Toss shredded pork in a hot skillet for crispy edges

RV-Friendly Notes

✔ Crockpot = set it and forget it
✔ Minimal prep, maximum flavor
✔ Feeds a crowd (or leftovers for days 🙌)
✔ Great for travel days or campsite hangs

Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving – Serves 6–8)

• Calories: ~420
• Protein: ~38g
• Carbs: ~3g
• Fat: ~28g