Slow-Roasted Regional Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus

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A succulent pork shoulder slow-roasted with garlic and fresh regional herbs, finished with a rich pan jus. This american-inspired pork ready in about 260 minutes pairs bone-in pork shoulder, garlic cloves, smashed, fresh rosemary sprigs 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: 240 min Serves 6 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Rub 4 lbs bone-in pork shoulder all over with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Insert 6 smashed garlic cloves and 4 sprigs each of fresh rosemary and thyme into slits made throughout the meat.
  2. Step 2: Place pork shoulder in a roasting pan and roast uncovered for 4 hours, basting every hour with pan juices, until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
  3. Step 3: Remove pork from pan and tent with foil to rest. Pour pan drippings into a saucepan, add 1 cup dry white wine and 2 cups chicken broth, and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Slice or shred pork, serve with the garlic and herb jus spooned over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Regional Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus take to make?

Total time is about 260 minutes (20 min prep + 240 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 Regional Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus?

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 Regional Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus?

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 Regional Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus 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 Regional Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus?

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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