Best 4 Puerto Rican Pork A La Criolla Recipes
Puerto Rican pork a la criolla is a traditional dish that embodies the vibrant flavors and rich culinary heritage of Puerto Rico. This delectable dish tantalizes the taste buds with its tender and succulent pork, infused with a symphony of aromatic spices, herbs, and the vibrant flavors of sofrito, a flavorful base used in many Puerto Rican dishes.
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PUERTO RICAN PORK ROAST
This recipe was give to me by my grandfather who was a great culinary cook but never published his recipes. this is authentic Puerto Rican cuisine that was prepared on a spit, but with modern technology is converted to the kitchen and not as large of an animal.
Provided by Kenny Reyes
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 2h
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Place the garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and olive oil into the container of a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Use a small knife to make several incisions in the fresh ham. Insert the garlic paste into each one using a small spoon. Place the ham in a roaster, and cover.
- Bake for 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, then check every 15 minutes or so, until the internal temperature reaches 175 degrees F ( 80 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer.
- While the meat is roasting, place the yucca in a large pot of boiling water. Cook until fork tender, and drain. Serve with pork roast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 93.3 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 81.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
DADDY EDDIE'S ROAST PORK (PERNIL), PUERTO RICAN-STYLE
Pernil is roasted pork shoulder, seasoned to the max. It is served with rice and beans, salad, or sweet plantains.
Provided by Daddy Eddie
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 13h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a mortar and pestle; mash into a paste.
- Make deep slits into the pork with a small knife. Stuff slits with the paste; rub any remaining paste over the pork.
- Place pork in a plastic roasting bag and put in a roasting pan with a rack. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 8 to 48 hours.
- Take pork out of the refrigerator, uncover, and bring to room temperature, 1 to 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Roast pork skin-side down in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 2 hours. Flip pork and continue roasting, skin-side up, until juices run clear and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), 2 to 4 hours more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 111.6 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 966.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
PUERTO RICAN SALSA CRIOLLA
The eminent, excellent, outstanding and authentic Puerto Rican Salsa Criolla (Salsa Criolla Puertorriqueño)! This delicious and well known Puerto Rican Salsa is used in a variety of dishes in Puerto Rican cooking. Everything from tostones (fried green plantains) to Chillo en Salsa Criolla (Red Snapper in Criolla Sauce)! Learn and conquer some of our most famous dishes by learning how to easily make this delicious sauce!
Provided by Mexican Appetizers and More
Categories Sauces
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Over medium heat, add the 2 tablespoons of oil to a large saucepan or caldero.Add the onions and peppers, stir and cook until onions are translucent.
- Add bay leaves, sofrito, culantro (if using), cilantro, garlic, olives, salt and pepper. Stir.
- Add the crushed tomato sauce and tomato sauce to the pot.Add the white wine or water. Stir.
- Cook on medium or medium low for 30 minutes. Stir every 5 or 10 minutes to make sure sauce is not sticking to the bottom of the pot.Note: You will notice the sauce thin initially and as it starts to cook, it will thicken.Done!
- Serve Puerto Rican Salsa Criolla with any of the delicious ideas mentioned in post!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 g, Calories 277 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 3487 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 12 g
PUERTO RICAN PORK A LA CRIOLLA
This is a really flavorful roast pork, with lots of garlic and black pepper. It doesn't require overnight prep, just about 5 minutes of seasoning and an hour and a half in the oven. Leftovers make great sandwiches!
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Pork
Time 1h35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine pepper, garlic, oregano, vinegar, olive oil and salt in a small bowl, then rub this mixture all over the pork roast.
- Place roast in a shallow baking pan and roast, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for about 1-1/2 hours; meat thermometer should read 165 to 170 degrees F.
- Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder or pork butt is the best choice for this recipe, as it has a good amount of fat that will render down and keep the meat moist.
- Brown the pork in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. This will help to develop the flavor of the pork and prevent it from becoming dry.
- Add the sofrito and cook until the vegetables are softened. This flavorful mixture of onions, garlic, peppers, and herbs will add depth and complexity to the dish.
- Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water or broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for at least 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.
- Season the dish with salt, pepper, and oregano to taste. Add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Serve the pork a la criolla with rice, beans, or plantains. This hearty and flavorful dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Conclusion:
Pork a la criolla is a classic Puerto Rican dish that is easy to make and bursting with flavor. With its tender pork, flavorful sofrito, and tangy tomato sauce, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So next time you're looking for a delicious and authentic Puerto Rican meal, give pork a la criolla a try.
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