Mojo Pulled Pork USDA Recipe for Child Centers

Serving Size: 25-50
This delectable pulled pork recipe features tender, precooked pork enhanced with zesty orange peel, vibrant fresh juices, and a blend of natural spices, all baked to perfection for a burst of flavor.
CACFP Crediting Information:
2 oz (¼ cup spoodle) provides 2 oz eq meat/meat alternate.
Source:
USDA Standardized Recipe Project — 2025
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to:
    Conventional 350 °F.
    Convection 325 °F.
    Spray a full-size steam table pan (20 ¾" x 12 ¾" x 2”) with a pan release spray. Add the pork and break apart.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped garlic, oregano, orange zest, black pepper, salt, cumin, chili powder, cinnamon, red chili flakes, and onion powder. Stir until well combined.
  • Add chicken broth, orange, lime and lemon juices to the spice mix.
  • Stir and pour marinade over pulled pork and toss until evenly coated. Cover pan, sealing tightly, and place pork into a hot oven to bake at 350 °F for 15 minutes.
    Critical Control Point:
    Heat to 165 °F or higher. Hold for hot service at 135 °F or higher.
  • Using a ¼ cup spoodle, serve 2 ounces of pork.

Nutrition INFORMATION

Mojo Pulled Pork USDA Recipe for Child Centers
Amount Per Serving
 
2 oz (¼ cup spoodle)
Calories
104
Total Fat
 
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
 
37
mg
12
%
Sodium
 
311
mg
14
%
Total Carbohydrate
 
2
g
1
%
Dietary Fiber
 
0
g
0
%
Total Sugars
 
0
g
0
%
Added Sugars included
 
0
g
Protein
 
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
 
0
mcg RAE
Vitamin C
 
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
8
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0
mg
0
%
N/A=data not available
*Marketing Guide

Notes

The food safety temperatures are based on the FDA Food Code. Some information included may be different in your state. Always check with your local regulatory authority (health department) or sponsoring organization (sponsor) for guidance on current food safety requirements in your operation.
Cooking Process #2: Same Day Service.
Serve with yellow rice or whole grain tortillas.
Yield / Volume
25 Servings:
About 4 lbs 3 oz
50 Servings:
About 8 lbs 6 oz