For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water for simmering the pork. Adjust the amount of lime juice to your preference. Serve with traditional accompaniments like black beans, rice, and plantains.
Cuban Shredded Pork
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING5 People
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VIEWS327
A simplified take on the classic Lechon Asado, this Cuban Shredded Pork delivers the authentic Caribbean flavors in a fraction of the time. Tender, juicy pork is infused with citrus and aromatics, then crisped to perfection. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate8 g
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Cholesterol43 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein19 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium103 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 0 mins In a large pot, combine water, lime juice, thyme, peppercorns, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Bring to a boil.
02 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Add pork, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until meat is very tender, about 1 to 1 ½ hours. Add more water as necessary to keep pork covered.
03 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Turn off heat and let pork rest in broth for 30 minutes. Remove pork from broth and shred, removing and discarding excess fat. Set aside.
04 Step
Recipe View 0 mins Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Add pork and fry until almost crisp, about 5 minutes.
06 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Add onion and garlic, and cook until onion is crisp-tender, about 10 minutes more.
07 Step
Recipe View 0 mins Stir in remaining lime juice and cilantro. Serve hot!
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Doris Turcotte
Jun 18, 2025I added a pinch of cumin and it took the flavor to the next level!
Duncan Williamson
May 30, 2024This recipe was so easy to follow and the pork was incredibly tender!
Jannie Miller
Apr 22, 2024My family loved this! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Catherine Mann
Oct 2, 2023A little spicy, but really good! I would use less pepper next time for the kids.".
Jody Parkerbahringer
Jul 21, 2023I used a slow cooker for the simmering step and it worked perfectly.
Lavina Huels
May 14, 2023The resting period in the broth is key – don't skip it!
Hobart Kertzmann
May 2, 2023This recipe is great for meal prepping! I made a big batch on Sunday and ate it throughout the week.