Cerdo Asado Con Naranja Y Canela (orange And Cinnamon Roasted Pork)

Cerdo Asado con Naranja y Canela, or Orange and Cinnamon Roasted Pork, is a traditional dish from Andalusian cuisine that combines the flavors of sweet citrus and warm spices with succulent roasted pork. This dish is perfect for a special family dinner or a festive gathering.

Cerdo Asado Con Naranja Y Canela (orange And Cinnamon Roasted Pork)

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs pork shoulder, bone-in
  • 2 oranges, juiced and zested
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, garlic, and olive oil to make the marinade.
  3. Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and season it with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the marinade over the pork, making sure to coat it evenly.
  5. Cover the roasting pan with foil and roast in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours.
  6. Remove the foil and continue roasting for another 30 minutes, or until the pork is tender and caramelized.
  7. Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Roasting pan Foil

Tools

Knife Cutting board Small bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Cerdo Asado con Naranja y Canela with roasted vegetables and a side of Spanish rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can marinate the pork overnight in the refrigerator before roasting.

Cost

$15