Best 3 Cuban Pork Wraps Recipes
Calling all pork and Cuban food lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Cuba with our tantalizing Cuban pork wraps. These wraps are a delightful fusion of savory, tangy, and refreshing flavors, sure to awaken your taste buds.
Our pork wraps feature tender and juicy pulled pork, marinated in a captivating blend of Cuban spices, herbs, and zesty citrus. The pork is slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth experience. We've paired this flavorful pork with a medley of vibrant and refreshing ingredients. Crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and pickled onions add a delightful textural contrast and a burst of freshness.
To complete this Cuban feast, we've included recipes for two delectable homemade sauces: a tangy mojo sauce and a refreshing cilantro crema. The mojo sauce, with its vibrant citrus notes and aromatic spices, perfectly complements the richness of the pulled pork. The cilantro crema, on the other hand, adds a cooling and herbaceous touch, balancing out the flavors.
Whether you're planning a fiesta or simply looking for a flavorful weeknight meal, our Cuban pork wraps are sure to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and let's dive into the irresistible world of Cuban cuisine. ¡Buen provecho!
CUBAN-STYLE ROAST PORK
Fragrant, savory, and succulent pork roast the whole family will love. Serve with cumin scented black beans, and mashed sweet potatoes.
Provided by Michele Kerr Fielding
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 2h48m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Grind garlic, salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano, and coriander into a paste using a mortar and pestle.
- Transfer half of the garlic and spice paste to a bowl; add lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, and vinegar. Beat the mixture with a whisk until smooth.
- Cut several inch-long, deep slits into the fatty side of the pork roast. Rub the reserved garlic paste into the slits.
- Put rubbed roast into a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Pour the liquid mixture over the roast, squeeze as much air from the bag as possible and seal; refrigerate, turning occasionally, 8 hours to overnight.
- Remove pork roast from refrigerator, put into a roasting pan, and let warm at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Roast pork in preheated oven for 30 minutes, reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), and continue cooking until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 2 hours more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 170 degrees F (75 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 539.9 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
CUBAN SANDWICH WRAP
Provided by Herb Mesa
Time 4h15m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a blender mix the lemon juice, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, salt, and cumin, until well combined and a paste forms. Place the pork in a large roasting pan and rub the paste all over pork. Place the roasting pan in the oven and roast the pork for 4 hours. Remove the pork and let sit for 10 minutes. Once a bit cooled, using 2 forks, pull the pork into shreds.
- Heat the tortillas on stove for 30 seconds each side. Spread mustard on each warmed tortilla, add some pulled pork, a slice of ham, a slice of Swiss cheese, some pickles, lettuce, and a slice of tomato. Wrap up the tortilla and serve.
CUBAN PORK
This zesty recipe leaves your kitchen smelling awesome and your taste buds dancing! I have made this recipe with pork tenderloin and pork chops. My next attempt will be with chicken, and I will try baking it. So, as you can see this recipe is very easy to adapt to your own taste and preferences.
Provided by rainyk
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Flatten the pork tenderloin slices slightly, and set aside. In a bowl, mix together the lime zest, olive oil, cumin, salt, crushed red pepper, and garlic. Reserve the lime juice. Rub the seasoning mixture onto both sides of the pork slices.
- Spray a heavy skillet or ridged grill pan with cooking spray, and place over medium heat. Pan-fry the pork slices until browned on both sides, 6 to 7 minutes per side. After you turn the meat over, pour the reserved lime juice over the meat and continue cooking until no longer pink in the center. Serve hot, topped with pan juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 346.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- For a more authentic Cuban flavor, use mojo sauce as the marinade for the pork. Mojo sauce is a traditional Cuban marinade made with garlic, citrus juice, and herbs.
- If you don't have time to marinate the pork overnight, you can still make this recipe. Just marinate the pork for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cook the pork over medium heat so that it has time to cook through without burning.
- Shred the pork with two forks. This will help to create tender, juicy pulled pork.
- Serve the Cuban pork wraps with your favorite toppings, such as black beans, rice, avocado, and salsa.
Conclusion:
Cuban pork wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The pork is marinated in a flavorful mojo sauce and then cooked until tender and juicy. The shredded pork is then wrapped in tortillas with your favorite toppings. These wraps are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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