Cuban-Style Pork Pernil with Garlicky Mojo
Chef Akhtar takes on pork pernil, a traditional Cuban-style roasted pork, and pairs it with all the fixings and sauces of the Caribbean island. Succulent on the inside with that perfectly crisp skin on the outside, the pork is undeniably the star of this meal, especially when served with mojo, a garlicky citrus sauce that provides a tangy, acidic contrast to the rich meat. Accompanied by crunchy yucca fries and moro rice—spiced rice and saucy black beans—Chef's zesty Cuban cooking is perfect for those who love bold flavors and hearty meals.
Nutritional facts
Protein
41g
Carbs
87g
Calories
980kcal
Fat
51g
Ingredients
Yucca Fries, Canola and Olive Oil Blend, Canned Black Beans, Oregano, Red Onion, Cilantro, Garlic, Onion, Jasmine Rice, Kosher Salt, Lime Juice, Orange Juice, Canola Oil, Pork Shoulder
Reviews
4.1
Based on 1119 reviews
Dameshia · 08/28/25
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About Akhtar Nawab
Chef Akhtar Nawab is chef and owner of Alta Calidad in New York. He is also a founding partner and CEO of Hospitality HQ (HHQ), a creative consulting and management group that offers bespoke solutions for culinary-driven concepts across the country. Nawab's innovative cooking has earned him critical praise throughout the years, beginning with his experience in the kitchen at acclaimed restaurants like Gramercy Tavern, Craftbar, and Craft. The Kentucky-bred chef of Indian heritage has embraced Mexican cuisine, connecting the layered, complex cooking and ingredients of Mexico with the Indian food he grew up eating. Nawab's debut cookbook, Good For You: Bold Flavors with Benefits, was published in August 2020.
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