PUERTO RICAN ROAST PORK SHOULDER
This recipe is for a bone-in pork shoulder, or pernil. It is marinated in a garlicky paste for 1 to 3 days; the longer the better. Unlike other recipes in the database, it is cooked at a relatively high heat so that the result is a tender roast with crispy crackling or chicharons. Adapted from Daisy Martinez. Cooking time is approximate. The original recipe called for a 4.5 lb pork shoulder. The smallest I found was 8.5 lbs.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Pork
Time 4h20m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using a mortar and pestle, pound the garlic and the salt to form a paste.
- Add the pepper and oregano and pound well to incorporate; stir in the olive oil and vinegar, this called a wet adobo which will keep in the refrigerator for 5 or 6 days.
- Place the roast skin side up and make several slits, about 1 1/2 inches long and as deep as possible; spoon some wet adobo into the slit.
- Turn roast and do the same with the other sides, then rub the adobo all over.
- Refrigerate, covered for at least one day, up to 3.
- Turn once a day.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Roast, skin side up, on a rack in a roasting pan for 1 hour; reduce heat to 400 degrees F and roast until the skin is deep golden and crackly (160 degrees on an internal meat thermometer), about 3 hours.
- Let rest at least 15 minutes before carving.
- Remove the crispy skin and cut into smaller pieces (you can use kitchen shears).
- Carve the meat, parallel to the bone, all the way through to the bone.
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Moiz Moiz
[email protected]I'm already planning on making this again next week. It's that good!
afts addingflavort-shrits
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any fan of Puerto Rican food.
Kennie soberboy1 Official
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The adobo seasoning gives the pork a nice savory flavor, and the citrusy sauce is a perfect complement.
Carmiya Ray
[email protected]This is one of the best roast pork recipes I've ever tried. The meat is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is amazing.
chrissy akeer
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite!
LuKaGGPRO
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The pork is juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious.
Kyron Bailey
[email protected]I served this pork with rice and beans, and it was the perfect meal.
Bhavnoor Kaur
[email protected]The crispy skin is my favorite part of this dish. It's so flavorful and crunchy.
Elizabeth Myers
[email protected]So easy to make and so delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.
Dc Bright
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always comes out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for roast pork.
Dhruba Stha
[email protected]The adobo seasoning is the star of this dish. It gives the pork so much flavor.
Shelice Dennis
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious the pork was.
Taylor Winters
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this dish. The meat was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful without being overpowering.
Thani Ghimire
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything on hand, so I can make this dish whenever I'm craving Puerto Rican pork.
nani shondori
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. The pork is so moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin is the perfect touch.
Dennis Lak
[email protected]My house smelled amazing while this was braising in the slow cooker. My family couldn't wait to dig in. The flavor of the pork was out of this world!
Kyle Baptiste
[email protected]I've tried other Puerto Rican roast pork recipes but this one is by far the best! The marinade is perfect and the pork is always fall-off-the-bone tender.
Thimira Keshan
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow, even for a beginner. The pork came out juicy and delicious!
mhizter mohney
[email protected]Absolutely tender and flavorful! A definite keeper of a recipe. I'm going to surprise my friends with this next weekend. Wish me luck!