Forget boring BBQ recipes and dry, flavorless pork! My husband’s secret weapon for melt-in-your-mouth meat is one you wouldn’t believe: Coca-Cola! This sticky-sweet soda tenderizes the pork and adds a touch of unexpected depth to the sauce.
Intrigued?
I know I was! So I begged him to share his recipe, and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer. The pork is juicy and flavorful, the sauce is smoky and sweet, and the whole dish comes together in under an hour. It’s perfect for a summer cookout or a cozy weeknight dinner.
But don’t just take my word for it!
Get ready to wow your taste buds with this Cola-marinated pork recipe. It’s so good, you’ll be saying “Only my husband makes the meat so delicious” too!
INGREDIENTS
Here’s what you’ll need:
For the pork:
- 2 kg (4 lb) pork shoulder, cut into cubes
- 500 ml (17 fl oz) Coca-Cola
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 150 g (5.3 oz) mushrooms, sliced
- 120 g (4.2 oz) smoked bacon, chopped
- 5 g (0.2 oz) black pepper
- 5 g (0.2 oz) salt
- 3 g (0.1 oz) oregano
- 150 g (5.3 oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 5 g (0.2 oz) salt
- 5 g (0.2 oz) black pepper
- 5 g (0.2 oz) sweet paprika
- 25 ml (0.8 fl oz) olive oil
For the salad:
- 2 boiled potatoes, diced
- 2 boiled eggs, chopped
- 40 g (1.4 oz) onion, chopped
- 50 g (1.8 oz) black olives, sliced
- 20 g (0.7 oz) green onion, chopped
- 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) olive oil
- 20 g (0.7 oz) mustard
- 10 ml (0.3 fl oz) vinegar
- 2 g (0.1 oz) black pepper
- 4 g (0.1 oz) salt
For the sauce:
- 200 g (7.1 oz) ketchup
- 300 ml (10 fl oz) Coca-Cola
- 30 ml (1 fl oz) soy sauce
- 5 g (0.2 oz) granulated garlic
- 5 g (0.2 oz) salt
- 5 g (0.2 oz) black pepper
Ready to get cooking?
INSTRUCTION
Step 1: Marinate the pork.
Combine the pork, Coca-Cola, onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, bacon, black pepper, salt, and oregano in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
Step 2: Make the sauce.
In a saucepan, combine the ketchup, Coca-Cola, soy sauce, granulated garlic, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Step 3: Grill or bake the pork.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using an oven, preheat to 200°C (400°F). Drain the pork and discard the marinade. Grill or bake the pork for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Step 4: Assemble the dish.
Top the cooked pork with mozzarella cheese and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve the pork with the sauce on the side and the salad.
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Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add a few cloves of garlic to the marinade.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can also cook the pork in a skillet over medium heat.
- This recipe is also delicious with chicken or beef.
I can’t wait for you to try this recipe! It’s so easy and flavorful, and it’s sure to become a new family favorite.
Enjoy!
P.S. Don’t forget to tell me what you think in the comments below!
