Pernil Or Roast Pork, Puerto Rican Style Recipe

Name: Pernil Or Roast Pork, Puerto Rican Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lbs bone-in pork shoulder or 5 lbs pork butt; 1/4 cup virgin olive oil; 2 (1/8 ounce) packets sazon goya con culantro y achiote; 2 tablespoons sofrito sauce; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons margarine; 3 tablespoons adobo seasoning; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup water

Servings: persons

1
In a saucepan, simmer all ingredients, except the water, until mixed. Let cool.
2
The day before you cook, wash the pork.
3
Poke holes throughout the meat (you can do this by cutting small slits with a small, sharp knife); this allows you to place seasoning deeper into the meat and ensure proper cooking.
4
Place the pork in a shallow roasting pan, the pour the seasoning mixture over it.
5
Rub it into the pork with your fingers, forcing it into the slits.
6
Cover the pork with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator overnight. (I missed this step because of rushing and just poured the mixture over the roast after placing it in the crock pot).
7
Add the water to the pan and roast the pork in a 350F oven, basting from time to time with pan juices, until tender, about 3 or so hours (or until the meat has reached the internal temperature of 160).
8
Allow pork to sit 10 minutes before slicing.
9
Serve hot, warm or cold - it's delicious!

1516

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

154

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 lbs bone-in pork shoulder or 5 lbs pork butt, 1/4 cup virgin olive oil, 2 (1/8 ounce) packets sazon goya con culantro y achiote, 2 tablespoons sofrito sauce, and more.

Yes, Pernil Or Roast Pork, Puerto Rican Style falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pernil Or Roast Pork, Puerto Rican Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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