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Bright and fresh Cuban Mojo Pork Bowls

Cuban Mojo Pork Bowls

Easy grilled mojo pork with citrus, garlic, and rice. Ready fast, no oven required
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Healthy, High Protein, Main Course, Weeknight Meals
Cuisine Cuban
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • 1 Flatop Grill or Cast Iron Pan

Ingredients
  

Mojo Pork

  • 1.5 lbs Secreto Pork Steak (can substitute for beef- flank or skirt steak would be perfect here)
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
  • ½ cup fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For Bowls

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 8 lime wedges
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber

Instructions
 

  • Whisk olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
    👉 Conversion tip: Set aside 2–3 tablespoon before adding the pork. This becomes your finishing sauce and makes the dish pop.
  • Add secreto pork steak and coat well.Marinate 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high.
    Grill pork 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through with a good char. Rest, then slice against the grain.
  • Rice → sliced pork → cilantro → spoon over reserved citrus-garlic sauce.
    Finish with lime if you want extra brightness.

Notes

Bright and fresh Cuban Mojo Pork Bowls
These Cuban Mojo Pork Bowls are built on juicy, grilled secreto pork and a punchy citrus-garlic marinade that doubles as your finishing sauce.

Pro Tips

 
  • Fresh citrus + fresh garlic only. It matters here.
  • Don’t skip the reserved sauce step.
  • Secreto cooks fast, and is really high quality pork. Pull it before it overcooks.
  • You can absolutely use flank steak or skirt steak here. Even thinly sliced chicken breast or salmon would be delicious.

FAQs

 
What is secreto pork? A thin, marbled cut from the shoulder area, known for being tender and flavorful when grilled.
 
Can I use another cut? Yes. You can really use any thin cut protein here. Flank or skirt steak is a great swap!
 
Can I make this without a grill? Use a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
 
This is one of those recipes that hits every time. Fast, fresh, and just different enough to keep dinner from feeling repetitive.
Keyword 30 minute meals, cuban, healthy recipes, high protein, mojo, pork recipes, weeknight meals