Cook With Me - Dominican Style Pernil | Chef Zee Vlogs

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork butt is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

adobo seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: store-brand seasoning

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and often cost less.

sazon seasoning

🥗Healthier: turmeric and paprika mix

💰Cheaper: generic seasoning mix

Turmeric adds color and flavor without extra cost.

Take the pork shoulder out of the package and clean it with vinegar and limes.

Brine the pork shoulder in a mixture of vinegar and water for at least an hour.

Rough chop a white onion and a cubanelle pepper for the seasoning.

Add a whole head of garlic to the seasoning mixture.

Blend the seasoning ingredients in a food processor.

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