Slow Cooker Pernil Pork

Slow Cooker Pernil Pork

Puerto Rican style pork roast, but done in the slow cooker. It’s so tender and flavorful. Best of all, it’s so easy to make!

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
6 hrs
Total Time:
6 hrs 20 mins
Yield:
1 to 3 – pound pork loin
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground ancho chile pepper
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
  • 1 (3 pound) boneless pork loin roast
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1
Pulse garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, chile pepper, salt, and pepper together in a blender, pouring in vinegar and enough olive oil until mixture is pasty. Scrape down sides of the blender as necessary to fully incorporate. Spread this mixture all over the pork loin, and place into a slow cooker.

Step 2
Cook on Low until the pork is fork tender, 6 to 8 hours. When ready, cut the pork into chunks, or shred; garnish with lime wedges to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

367
Calories
21g
Fat
6g
Carbs
38g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 367
% Daily Value *
Total Fat21g 27%
Saturated Fat7g 36%
Cholesterol108mg 36%
Sodium844mg 37%
Total Carbohydrate6g 2%
Dietary Fiber1g 5%
Total Sugars1g
Protein38g
Vitamin C8mg 39%
Calcium61mg 5%
Iron3mg 14%
Potassium614mg 13%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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