Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Spanish Paprika

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A tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder infused with garlic and smoky Spanish paprika, perfect for a hearty family meal or leftovers for sandwiches. This Spanish-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 320 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, bone-in, garlic cloves, minced, smoked Spanish paprika 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.

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

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300°F. In a small bowl, combine 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp smoked Spanish paprika, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried oregano to form a thick paste.
  2. Step 2: Rub this spice and garlic paste all over the 3 lb bone-in pork shoulder, coating it evenly. Place the pork shoulder fat-side up on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan.
  3. Step 3: Roast uncovered for 4 to 5 hours until the meat is fork-tender and the exterior is deeply browned and slightly crispy. Baste with pan juices every hour to keep moist.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Drizzle 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the meat to brighten flavors before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Spanish 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 Spanish 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 Spanish 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 Spanish 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 Spanish 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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