Slow-Roasted Low Heat Rosemary Pork Shoulder

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender pork shoulder slow-roasted at low temperature with fragrant rosemary and garlic for a melt-in-your-mouth finish. This american-inspired pork ready in about 320 minutes pairs pork shoulder, fresh rosemary sprigs, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 300 min Serves 6 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 275°F (low heat). Pat dry 3 lbs pork shoulder and rub it all over with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 6 minced garlic cloves.
  2. Step 2: Place the pork shoulder fat side up in a roasting pan and tuck 3 fresh rosemary sprigs around it. Pour 1 cup low sodium chicken broth into the pan to keep it moist.
  3. Step 3: Roast uncovered for 4 to 5 hours, basting every hour with pan juices, until the meat is fork-tender and the internal temperature reaches 195°F.
  4. Step 4: Remove from the oven, tent with foil, and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Low Heat Rosemary Pork Shoulder take to make?

Total time is about 320 minutes (20 min prep + 300 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Slow-Roasted Low Heat Rosemary Pork Shoulder?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Low Heat Rosemary Pork Shoulder?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Slow-Roasted Low Heat Rosemary Pork Shoulder for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Slow-Roasted Low Heat Rosemary Pork Shoulder?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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