Slow Cooker Roasted Pork Shoulder (Pernil)

My Dominican Kitchen

“Perfectly seasoned and entirely delicious, this crispy roasted pork shoulder is perfect to eat with everything: rice, potatoes, tostones, on a sandwich and tortillas for awesome tacos.”

-My Dominican Kitchen

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Pork Shoulder

Key Ingredient

1. In a food processor, pulse together cilantro, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, vinegar and lime juice.

MAKE THE RUB

2. Using a pointy knife, poke holes into the pork shoulder. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the meat pushing some of the seasoning into the small holes. Cover and place in the refrigerator. Let marinate overnight.

RUB & MARINATE

3. The next day, place the pork shoulder on the slow cooker and cover with water. Add enough water to cover at least ¾ of the meat inside the slow cooker. Cook on low for about 8 hours.

SLOW COOK

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