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Dominican Pernil - Pulled Pork

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Dominican Pernil

Cultural Context

Pernil is a beloved dish in Dominican cuisine, often served during festive occasions and family gatherings. This slow-roasted pork leg is marinated with a blend of spices and citrus, resulting in tender meat and crispy skin. Traditionally, it reflects the Dominican love for flavorful, hearty meals, and has gained popularity beyond the Caribbean, becoming a staple in Latin American celebrations.

DominicanDOmain
240 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 lbs pork leg
10 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons oregano
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lime juice
3 bay leaves
1 large onion
1 tablespoon thyme
1 tablespoon paprika
1/4 cup vinegar
1 cup water
1/2 cup sour orange juice
2 tablespoons adobo seasoning

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour orange juice

💰Cheaper: orange juice + lime juice

Combining orange and lime juice mimics the tangy flavor of sour orange.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative for roasting.

adobo seasoning

💰Cheaper: garlic powder + onion powder + paprika

Homemade mix can replicate adobo flavor at a lower cost.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Thyme can provide a similar aromatic quality.

1

Welcome to the video, where the creator introduces making Dominican pulled pork.

2

The creator mentions using sazon seasoning made in a previous episode.

3

The process will take about five hours in total, but is easy to prepare.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingroasting

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

PernilRoast Pork Leg

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