How to Make Pernil?

Pork shoulder or pork butt

Garlic

Salt

Black pepper

Oregano

Cumin

Olive oil

Sour orange juice or a mix of orange juice and lime juice

Vinegar

Bay leaves

Optional adobo seasoning

Optional sazon seasoning

Score the pork skin and fat

Crush garlic with salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, oil, and citrus juice

Rub the marinade all over the pork and into the cuts

Add vinegar and bay leaves

Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight

Preheat oven to 325°F

Place pork in a roasting pan

Roast covered until tender

Uncover near the end to brown and crisp the skin

Rest the pork before slicing

Serve with pan juices

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