Ultimate Crispy Roasted Pork Shoulder Recipe

Perfect Roasted Pork Shoulder Recipe

🕒 Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 4 lbs boneless pork shoulder
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup fresh oregano
• 4 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp fresh coarse ground black pepper
• 3 tbsp white wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pork: Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, place the pork shoulder, fat-side up, in a roasting pan fitted with a rack insert. Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the meat with small slits.

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2. Make the Garlic Paste: Mash the garlic, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper into a paste on a cutting board, using the flat side of a knife. Transfer the paste into a bowl and stir in the olive oil and white wine vinegar until well combined.

3. Marinate the Pork: Rub the garlic paste all over the pork, making sure to get into the incisions so the salt can penetrate the meat and pull out the moisture. This step is crucial for forming a flavorful crust on the outside of the pork. Cover the pork with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to develop fully.

4. Bring to Room Temperature: Before cooking, allow the marinated pork to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This ensures more even cooking throughout the meat.

5. Roast the Pork: Once the pork has reached room temperature, place it in the preheated oven and roast uncovered for approximately 3 hours, or until the skin is crispy-brown and the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

6. Rest and Slice: Remove the roasted pork from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring a juicy and tender result.

7. Serve: Once rested, slice the pork shoulder into thick slices and serve hot. Optionally, you can scrape off any overly salty crust that has formed on the surface of the meat before slicing.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 835.6
• Fat: 68.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 22.1g
• Cholesterol: 214.9mg
• Sodium: 4857.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 2.2g
  • Fiber: 0.9g
  • Sugar: 0.1g
• Protein: 50.9g

Tips:

• For added flavor, consider adding a rub or marinade of your choice before applying the garlic paste.
• Ensure your pork shoulder is thoroughly thawed if previously frozen, and pat it dry with paper towels before applying the marinade.
• If you prefer a more tender result, you can roast the pork at a lower temperature (around 300-325 degrees Fahrenheit) for a longer period.
• Leftover roasted pork shoulder can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for longer storage. It’s perfect for sandwiches, tacos, salads, and more!