Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Imbibed Garlic and Rosemary

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A tender pork shoulder that slowly roasts while imbibing the rich flavors of garlic and rosemary, yielding juicy, aromatic slices perfect for gatherings. This mediterranean-inspired pork ready in about 290 minutes pairs pork shoulder roast, fresh rosemary sprigs, garlic cloves, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 8, 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: 270 min Serves 8 Mediterranean cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Pat dry 4 lbs pork shoulder roast with paper towels.
  2. Step 2: Using a sharp knife, make 12 small incisions evenly over the pork surface and insert 8 sliced garlic cloves and small pieces of 4 rosemary sprigs into these slits to imbibe the meat with flavor.
  3. Step 3: Rub the pork with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp sea salt, and 1 tsp black pepper evenly over all sides.
  4. Step 4: Place the pork in a roasting pan and pour 1/2 cup white wine and 1 cup water into the bottom of the pan.
  5. Step 5: Cover loosely with foil and roast in the oven for 4 hours, basting every hour with pan juices to keep the pork imbibed with moisture and flavor.
  6. Step 6: Remove foil and roast uncovered for an additional 30 minutes until the exterior is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Step 7: Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute within the imbibed pork shoulder.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Imbibed Garlic and Rosemary take to make?

Total time is about 290 minutes (20 min prep + 270 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 Imbibed Garlic and Rosemary?

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 roast from drying out.

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

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 Imbibed Garlic and Rosemary for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Imbibed Garlic and Rosemary?

Mediterranean 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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