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  "datePublished": "2024-02-06T13:41:50.000Z",
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  "recipeIngredient": [
    "2 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat",
    "1 cup orange juice",
    "1/4 cup lime juice",
    "4 cloves garlic, minced",
    "1 tablespoon cumin",
    "1 tablespoon oregano",
    "Salt and pepper to taste",
    "1 cup chicken broth",
    "1/2 cup sliced dill pickles",
    "1/4 cup yellow mustard",
    "8 slices Swiss cheese",
    "8 slices honey roasted ham",
    "8 sandwich rolls or Cuban bread",
    "Butter or olive oil for grilling"
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      "text": "In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the pork shoulder to the bag, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight."
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      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat."
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      "text": "Remove the pork shoulder from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place the pork shoulder on the grill and sear on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side."
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      "text": "Transfer the seared pork shoulder to a slow cooker and add the chicken broth. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork."
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      "text": "Once the pork is cooked, shred it using two forks and toss it in the juices in the slow cooker to coat."
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      "text": "To assemble the sandwiches, slice the sandwich rolls or Cuban bread in half lengthwise and spread mustard on one side of each roll. Layer the shredded pork, sliced pickles, and Swiss cheese on the bottom half of each roll, then top with the other half."
    },
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      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a little butter or olive oil. Place the assembled sandwiches on the skillet or griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted."
    },
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      "text": "Remove the sandwiches from the skillet or griddle, slice in half if desired, and serve hot."
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    "servingSize": "1 serving",
    "calories": "550 calories",
    "fatContent": "19g",
    "saturatedFatContent": "7g",
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    "cholesterolContent": "115mg",
    "sodiumContent": "980mg",
    "carbohydrateContent": "48g",
    "fiberContent": "3g",
    "sugarContent": "10g",
    "proteinContent": "45g"
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