A deliciously seasoned Puerto Rican-style roast pork, perfect for gatherings or family dinners.
Combine the garlic, oregano, and salt in a bowl to create a paste.
Crush the garlic finely to ensure it blends well with the other ingredients.
Make deep cuts into the pork shoulder and stuff the garlic paste into the slits.
Ensure the cuts are deep enough to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Rub the adobo and sazon seasoning all over the pork, covering it completely.
Massage the seasonings into the meat for even coverage.
Place the pork in a roasting pan with a rack, skin side down, and roast in a preheated oven at 350°F for 2 hours.
Roasting skin side down initially helps render the fat and crisp up the skin later.
Flip the pork skin side up and continue roasting for another 2-4 hours until tender.
Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 190°F for optimal tenderness.
Let the pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Resting allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist.
