Instant Pot Pernil Recipe: Tender & Juicy
This Instant Pot Pernil recipe yields a tender and juicy pork shoulder, seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices and citrus juices. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
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Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 4-5 lb pork shoulder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lime juice
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a paste.
- Rub the paste all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is well coated.
- Place the pork shoulder in the Instant Pot and pour the orange juice and lime juice over it.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 75 minutes.
- Once done, allow for a natural pressure release for 15 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Remove the pork shoulder from the Instant Pot and shred the meat using two forks.
- Serve the tender and juicy pernil with your favorite sides.
Notes:
For best results, let the pork shoulder marinate with the paste for a few hours or overnight before cooking.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
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