Cuban

Pernil de Cerdo

Name: Pernil de Cerdo
Total time: 300 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 3 lb pork shoulder; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp salt; 1 tbsp black pepper; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup honey

Cuban-style pulled pork with garlic and citrus marinade.

300 minutes6 servings

Method

Mix olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, citrus juices, and honey.
Marinate pork 6-8 hours in refrigerator.
Roast at 300°F (150°C) for 4-5 hours until internal temp 195°F (90°C).
Shred meat and serve.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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