Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Citrus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

Tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder infused with garlic and fresh citrus, perfect for a comforting family meal. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 250 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, garlic cloves, orange zest 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder
• 6 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 teaspoons, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. In a small bowl, combine 6 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon orange zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme to make a marinade.
2. Step 2: Rub the 3-pound pork shoulder thoroughly with the marinade, making sure to cover all sides evenly. Let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
3. Step 3: Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and roast in the oven at 300°F for 3 to 3 1/2 hours, basting every hour with the pan juices, until the meat is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.