Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Paprika

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Tender pork shoulder slow-roasted with garlic, smoked paprika, and herbs to develop a deeply flavored, melt-in-your-mouth Spanish-inspired roast. This spanish-inspired pork ready in about 320 minutes pairs pork shoulder (bone-in), olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 300 min Serves 6 Spanish cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme to form a paste.
  2. Step 2: Rub the paste evenly all over the 4 lb bone-in pork shoulder, ensuring it coats every surface.
  3. Step 3: Place the pork shoulder fat side up in a roasting pan. Pour 1/2 cup white wine and 1 cup chicken broth into the pan around the pork.
  4. Step 4: Cover the pan tightly with foil and roast in the preheated oven for 4 to 5 hours until the meat is fork-tender and falling apart.
  5. Step 5: Remove foil and increase oven temperature to 425°F. Roast uncovered for an additional 20 minutes to crisp the exterior.
  6. Step 6: Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve with pan juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Paprika 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 Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Paprika?

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 (bone-in) from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Paprika?

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 Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Paprika 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 Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Paprika?

Spanish 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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