How Long to Roast a 7 - Pound Cuban Pork Shoulder

Question

I have made this recipe many times and it is wonderful.  I bought a bigger roast to serve more people (7 lbs) about how much longer should I roast it?

Lynn Clark · Accepted Answer

Hi - Thanks for writing to us! Our recipe for Cuban-Style Pork Shoulder with Mojo Sauce calls for a 4 to 5 pound pork shoulder with a total roasting time of about 3 1/2 hours. That translates to about 40 minutes per pound for a 5-pound pork shoulder. For a 7-pound roast that would mean between 4 to 5 hours of roasting time. Given the larger size of the meat, I would also definitely recommend allowing the salt mixture to sit on the meat for the full 24 hour period. And don't forget to double the herb-garlic paste ingredients!  Good luck! Best, Lynn C.

How Long to Roast a 7 - Pound Cuban Pork Shoulder

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