Cooking pork butt steaks in the oven is indeed an easy way to achieve
tender and flavorful results. These fall somewhere in between pulled
and sliced pork. They are very tender and can be cut with a fork.
Here's a step-by-step guide to ensure your pork butt steaks come
out perfectly:
Ingredients:
Pork butt steaks (2" thick)
Your preferred marinade (I like Goya Mojo Criollo Marinade)
Prepare the Pork Butt Steaks:
Marinate the pork butt steaks overnight in the refrigerator.
Cooking Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 265°F.
Sear the Pork Butt Steaks (Optional):
For added flavor, sear the pork butt steaks in a hot skillet
for a couple of minutes on each side before placing them in the
oven.
Prepare for Roasting:
Place the pork butt steaks on a baking sheet or in a roasting
pan. If you seared them, transfer them directly from the skillet
to the pan.
Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture.
Roast the Pork Steaks:
Place the covered pan in the preheated oven.
Slow roast the pork steaks for 2-3 hours, or until the internal
temperature of the meat reaches between 195°F to 205°F. This low
and slow cooking method helps break down the connective tissues,
resulting in tender meat.
Check for Doneness:
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Once
the desired temperature is reached, remove the pork from the oven.
Rest the Pork Butt Steaks:
Let the steaks rest, covered with foil, for 10-15 minutes. This
allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring
a juicy and flavorful result.
Serve:
Slice the pork against the grain and serve with your favorite
side dishes. During the last 15 minutes of cooking, you can sprinkle
some Adobo seasoning for added flavor.
Side Dish Suggestions:
Mashed potatoes
Roasted vegetables
Steamed greens
Coleslaw
NY sweet corn
Sear the marinated pork steak in pan
Sear the pork butt steak on both sides
Wrap the pork steaks with foil before baking
Remove from oven when done (approximately 3 hours)
Patrick's oven baked pork tips:
My take on pork butt steaks has somewhat different than the rest
of my "BBQ" recipes. I start with Goya's Mojo Criollo Marinade,
which is a tangy blend of orange and lemon juices, accented with
garlic and spices. Its intense yet balanced garlic, onion and citrus
flavors add a unique flavor to this recipe.
Goya
Mojo Criollo Marinade