Mojo Pork
Citrus-marinated pork steaks pan-seared until caramelized, finished with a garlicky mojo glaze. Fast, fragrant Cuban flavors that feel restaurant-quality in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat pork steaks dry. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and cumin.
Step 2
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Sear pork 2 minutes per side without moving. Edges should be golden brown and caramelized.
Step 4
Add garlic to the pan. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in orange juice and lime juice.
Step 5
Simmer 4–5 minutes, spooning the glaze over the pork. Center should feel firm but juicy.
Step 6
Plate pork and pour mojo glaze on top. Sprinkle with orange zest and fresh cilantro.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet (cast iron or heavy stainless)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- citrus reamer or juicer
- microplane (for zest)
- measuring spoons
- wooden spoon
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