Shredded Roasted Pork

Ingredients

• 2 lb pork shoulder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ cup orange juice

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat the 2 lb pork shoulder dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork.

3. 3

   Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

4. 4

   Pour 0.5 cup orange juice into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil.

5. 5

   Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast until the pork is fork-tender, about 2.5 to 3 hours. Check at 2 hours: the meat should shred easily with a fork.

6. 6

   Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Using two forks, shred the meat directly in the skillet, mixing it with the pan juices.

7. 7

   If you like crispy edges, spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes until browned. Serve warm.

Tools you’ll need

• Large oven-safe skillet
• Tongs
• Two forks
• Baking sheet (optional)

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