Portuguese Style Slow Roasted Pork

Portuguese Style Slow Roasted Pork

1 tbsp diced pickled jalapenos
1 Tbsp Aji Panca powder
1/2 tsp Hickory Smoke powder
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp minced garlic
3/4 Tbsp sea salt
2 Tbsp sweet paprika
1/3 cup white wine
2 Tbsp tomato paste
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup water
4-5 lb boneless pork butt

Combine first 11 ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well blended.

Using a sharp paring knife, make deep slits all over the roast to allow marinade to penetrate the meat. Put the pork into a large plastic zip-loc bag (I used a 2-gallon bag, but I think it might have fit in 1 gallon) and pour the marinade over the meat. Seal the bag and turn to coat thoroughly. Place in the refrigerator overnight.

The next morning place the pork into the slow cooker. Add about 1/2 cup water, cover and cook on low until the meat is completely cooked and falling apart tender, about 6-8 hours.

This was delicious! Next time I will increase the jalapenos and maybe add some onion.

Inspired by Emeril's Portuguese-Style Garlic-Roasted Pork.