Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with White Garlic Dust Rub
Tender slow-roasted pork shoulder crusted with a fragrant white garlic and herb dust rub that enhances the meat’s natural flavors. This american-inspired pork ready in about 315 minutes pairs pork shoulder, garlic powder, onion powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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 lbs pork shoulder
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tbsp salt, and 1 tsp white pepper to make the white garlic dust rub.
- Step 2: Rub 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the entire 3 lb pork shoulder.
- Step 3: Generously coat the pork shoulder with the white garlic dust rub, pressing it into the surface to form a crust.
- Step 4: Place the pork shoulder on a roasting rack in a baking pan and roast in the preheated oven for 4 to 5 hours until the internal temperature reaches 195°F and the meat is fork-tender.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing or pulling apart.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with White Garlic Dust Rub take to make?
Total time is about 315 minutes (15 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 White Garlic Dust Rub?
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 from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder with White Garlic Dust Rub?
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 White Garlic Dust Rub 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 White Garlic Dust Rub?
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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