Slow Cooker Pernil Pork
Puerto Rican style pork roast made in a slow cooker. The pork is tender and flavorful. It's easy to make.
The slow cooker does all the work. You just need to prepare the pork and let it cook.
You can serve the pork in chunks or shredded.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted September 29, 2026Share
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Puerto Rican style pork roast made in a slow cooker. The pork is tender and flavorful. It's easy to make.
The slow cooker does all the work. You just need to prepare the pork and let it cook.
You can serve the pork in chunks or shredded.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 11
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
Instructions
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Mix garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, chile pepper, salt, and pepper in a blender. Add vinegar and enough olive oil to make a paste. Spread this mixture over the pork loin and put it in a slow cooker.
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Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours. When the pork is tender, cut or shred it and serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 367 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 21g
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Saturated Fat 7g
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Cholesterol 108mg
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Sodium 844mg
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Total Carbohydrate 6g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 38g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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