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About This Recipe
This Cuban Pulled Pork is tender, flavorful and easy to make. All you have to do is add a few simple ingredients to the Crockpot then sit back and relax while it does all the work for you!
I love having bulk proteins on hand that I can use for a variety of ways. Use this delicious shredded pork to make a Cuban Sandwich or throw it in a bowl with yellow rice and plantains to make my Mojo Cuban Pork Bowls!
And if you love how easy this crockpot recipe is, try my Pork Carnitas, Salsa Verde Chicken or Pulled Buffalo Chicken for more delicious meal prep protein options!
Why You’ll Love This Cuban Pulled Pork
- So easy to make! Let the slow cooker do all the work.
- Tender, juicy flavorful pork perfect for sandwiches, bowls, salads and more!
- Great for meal prep! If you do anything for meal prep, prepare some protein you can easily use throughout the week!
- Low in carbs and fat and protein packed.
- Freezer-friendly! Make a double batch and store half for later.
- Pork loin roast – I used pork loin for this recipe but you can also use pork tenderloin (like in my pork carnitas) for a leaner option.
- Lime
- Orange
- Garlic
- Seasonings: dried oregano, salt, cumin, black pepper, and bay leaves.
How To Make
The full printable recipe is below, but let me walk you through the process so you know what to expect when you’re making it!
1. Place the pork loin roast in the Crock Pot then add the lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic and all the seasonings. Rub all over the pork then cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low 7-8 hours. Pork should be easily shreddable when done. If not, break into smaller parts and cook a little longer.
2. Shred the pork using two forks and toss around in the juices. Cover and cook for another 30 minutes so the pork can absorb all the juices.
- Make a sandwich! Use this Cuban pork for the best Cuban Sandwich!
- Fill up a bowl. Use this pork to make a bowl using yellow rice, avocado, radishes and air fried plantains. For an easy recipe, try my Cuban Pulled Pork Bowls!
- Toss in a salad. For lighter fare, top a big bowl of greens (I love romaine) with pork, red onions, roasted veggies, and dressing of your choice.
- Stuff some tacos! Scoop this pork into a taco or soft tortilla! Top with red onion, avocado, sour cream and cheese!
Cooking Tips!
- Let your pork marinate. If time allows, let your pork loin marinate for 1 hour before cooking (or up to overnight). Just place pork in a large bowl (or Ziploc) bag with juices and seasonings then dump everything into the crockpot (or Instant Pot) when ready to start cooking.
- Broil pork. For even more flavor, add the shredded pork to a lined baking dish and broil for ~5 minutes (or until crispy but not burnt) or fry up in a skillet with some cooking spray over high heat before serving. This TOTALLY magnifies the flavor and makes it a little crispy but is totally optional.
- Freeze for later. This pork freezes great so I love making a big batch and freezing half for later. You can use leftover pulled pork for a last minute quick bowl or sandwich!
What’s the difference between pork loin and pork tenderloin?
Although similar, pork tenderloin and pork loin are different in a variety of ways. Pork loin (what I used in this recipe), is typically cheaper and has a higher fat content. Pork tenderloin (like in my Pork Carnitas) is a leaner cut of pork that is typically used in dishes to keep the fat down. I personally love both and you can use whichever you prefer.
Can I cook this cuban pork in the Instant Pot?
Yes, to cook in the Instant Pot cut the pork loin into 3-4 smaller pieces. Spray Instant Pot with cooking spray and add all your ingredients. Cook on high pressure for 80 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release then shred with two forks.
Can I freeze this cuban pulled pork recipe?
Yes, this recipe is great for meal prepping in bulk. To freeze, let pork cool to room temperature. Add pork to a freeze size plastic bag or portion into smaller size sandwich bags (for easy thawing)!. Press bag flat, squeeze out excess air to prevent freezer burn. Seal, label and freeze for up to 3 months.
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Crockpot Cuban Pulled Pork
Ingredients
- 2 lb. pork loin roast
- 1/2 cup lime juice from ~5 limes
- 1/2 cup orange juice from ~2 oranges
- 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1.5 tsp each salt & cumin
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
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Instructions
- Place the pork loin roast in the Crock Pot then add the lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic and all the seasonings. Rub all over the pork then cover.
- Cook on high for 4 hours or low 7-8 hours. Pork should be easily shreddable when done. If not, break into smaller parts and cook a little longer.
- Shred the pork using two forks and toss around in the juices.
- Cover and cook for another 30 minutes so the pork can absorb all the juices.
Notes
- Make a sandwich! Use this Cuban pork for the best Cuban Sandwich!
- Fill up a bowl. Use this pork to make a bowl using yellow rice, avocado, radishes and air fried plantains. For an easy recipe, try my Cuban Pulled Pork Bowls!
- Toss in a salad. For lighter fare, top a big bowl of greens (I love romaine) with pork, red onions, roasted veggies, and dressing of your choice.
- Stuff some tacos! Scoop this pork into a taco or soft tortilla! Top with red onion, avocado, sour cream and cheese!
- Let your pork marinate. If time allows, let your pork loin marinate for 1 hour before cooking (or up to overnight). Just place pork in a large bowl (or Ziploc) bag with juices and seasonings then dump everything into the crockpot (or Instant Pot) when ready to start cooking.
- Broil pork. For even more flavor, add the shredded pork to a lined baking dish and broil for ~5 minutes (or until crispy but not burnt) or fry up in a skillet with some cooking spray over high heat before serving. This TOTALLY magnifies the flavor and makes it a little crispy but is totally optional.
- Freeze for later. This pork freezes great so I love making a big batch and freezing half for later. You can use leftover pulled pork for a last minute quick bowl or sandwich!
Nutrition Information
Nutrition is hand-calculated and accurate. No autocalulations! However, note that values can vary based on the brands you use and if you substitute ingredients.
