Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Indiana Maple Glaze

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Juicy slow-roasted pork shoulder glazed with a sweet and savory Indiana maple syrup reduction, perfect for a comforting weekend meal. This american-inspired pork ready in about 270 minutes pairs bone-in pork shoulder, salt, black pepper 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: 15 min Cook: 255 min Serves 6 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Rub 3 lbs bone-in pork shoulder evenly with 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil and massage into the meat.
  2. Step 2: Place pork shoulder in a roasting pan fat side up. Add 1/2 cup water to the pan and cover tightly with foil. Roast for 3.5 to 4 hours until fork-tender.
  3. Step 3: While pork roasts, combine 1/4 cup Indiana maple syrup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened slightly.
  4. Step 4: Remove pork from oven and increase temperature to 425°F. Brush the maple glaze generously over the pork and roast uncovered for 15 minutes until caramelized and sticky.
  5. Step 5: Let pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving drizzled with extra glaze.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Indiana Maple Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 270 minutes (15 min prep + 255 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 Indiana Maple Glaze?

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 bone-in pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Indiana Maple Glaze?

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 Indiana Maple Glaze 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 Indiana Maple Glaze?

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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