Roast Pork Pernil Recipe
A flavorful Puerto Rican roast pork shoulder, perfect for gatherings.
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Main Ingredients
- 5 lb Pork shoulder bone-in, skin on
- 6 cloves Garlic peeled
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper ground
- 2 teaspoon Oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon Cumin ground
- 1 cup Orange juice freshly squeezed
- 1 cup Lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 cup Olive oil
1. Blend garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil until smooth.
2. Score the pork shoulder skin and rub the marinade all over the pork. Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Place the pork in a roasting pan and cover with foil.
4. Roast for about 4 hours, or until the meat is tender and the skin is crispy. Remove the foil for the last hour of cooking.
5. Let the pork rest for 20 minutes before carving. Serve with your favorite sides.
Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg