Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 pound

pork butt boneless

cubed

1.25 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

smoked paprika

2 tsp

salt

1.25 tsp

black pepper

0.13 tsp

cayenne pepper

0.5 tsp

red pepper flakes

0.13 tsp

cinnamon

0.13 tsp

allspice

0.5 tsp

thyme or oregano

0.5 tsp

cumin

1 cup

white wine

0.5 cup

orange juice

0.13 cup

red wine vinegar

1 unit

bay leaf

6 unit

buns

Step 1
~19 min

Trim excess fat off pork and cut into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2
~19 min

Combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, allspice, thyme or oregano, and cumin in a bowl.

Step 3
~19 min

Sprinkle the spice rub on the pork, place in a zip lock bag, and seal.

Step 4
~19 min

Massage dry rub into pork and refrigerate overnight.

Step 5
~19 min

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.

Step 6
~19 min

Combine white wine, orange juice, red wine vinegar, and 2 tsp salt in a bowl.

Step 7
~19 min

Place pork and spices in a dutch oven.

Step 8
~19 min

Pour liquid mixture into the dutch oven and tuck in a bay leaf.

Step 9
~19 min

Cover and bake for about 3.5 hours or until fork tender.

Step 10
~19 min

Remove pork from oven and shred using forks.

Step 11
~19 min

Skim the top layer of fat off the pork dripping/marinade.

Step 12
~19 min

Mix shredded pork back in the dutch oven.

Step 13
~19 min

Serve on buns or bulky rolls.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the level of spice.

Serve with pickled onions or peppers for added tang.

Use crusty rolls for a more authentic experience.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The pork can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of coleslaw or potato salad.

Offer a selection of condiments such as mustard, mayonnaise, and hot sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato salad
Pickled onions
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Portugal

Cultural Significance

A traditional Portuguese dish often served at festivals and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Festas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Party
Game day

Popularity Score

75/100

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