Cuban Pork Sliders

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1½ pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 12 slider buns
• Toppings of your choice (e.g., pickles, onion, lettuce, tomato)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low in a slow cooker, or 3-4 hours on high

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the pork cubes with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the pork cubes and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, orange juice, and lime juice to the skillet.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Transfer the pork mixture to a slow cooker.
7. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and pulls apart easily.
8. Shred the pork with two forks and return to the slow cooker.
9. Warm the slider buns in a toaster or oven.
10. Assemble the sliders with pulled pork and your desired toppings.

Nutritional Information:

Per slider (without toppings):

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful pulled pork
• Cuban-inspired flavors with cumin and oregano
• Miniaturized slider size for easy eating

User Comments:

• "These sliders were a hit at my party! The pork was so juicy and the flavors were amazing."
• "I loved the combination of sweet and savory in these sliders. The orange and lime really complemented the pork."
• "Perfect for a game day snack or a quick and easy meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook the pork in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over low heat for several hours, or in the oven at 300°F for 3-4 hours.
• Be sure to shred the pork before serving, as this will make it easier to eat.
• For a healthier option, use lean ground pork instead of pork shoulder.