Forever Roasted Pork

Meet your new go-to comfort dish: Forever Roasted Pork, a tender, flavor-packed masterpiece that slow roasts its way into irresistibly juicy perfection. This recipe features a succulent 4-pound boneless pork shoulder, carefully seasoned with a blend of kosher salt, smoked paprika, garlic and onion powders, cumin, and fresh minced garlic for bold, aromatic depth. A fragrant mix of fresh herbs, apple cider vinegar, and chicken stock infuses the meat as it slow-cooks in the oven for six heavenly hours. The result? A melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfect for pulling apart with a fork. Whether served with its rich, strained pan juices over silky mashed potatoes, paired with crusty bread, or layered in sandwiches, this dish is guaranteed to turn any meal into an unforgettable dining experience. Ideal for cozy gatherings or Sunday dinners, Forever Roasted Pork is a lesson in simplicity and the art of slow cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds boneless pork shoulder (pork butt)
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 whole bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Rub it all over with the kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin. Ensure the seasoning is pressed into the meat for maximum flavor.

Step 3

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the pork shoulder on all sides until deeply browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the pork from the pot and set it aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Deglaze the pot by pouring in the apple cider vinegar, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.

Step 6

Return the pork shoulder to the pot. Add the chicken stock, ensuring the liquid covers about two-thirds of the meat. Add the rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot.

Step 7

Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid or foil. Transfer it to the preheated oven and roast for 5-6 hours, basting the meat with the cooking juices every hour. The pork is done when it pulls apart easily with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the pork from the pot and let it rest for 15 minutes. Shred the meat using two forks.

Step 9

Strain the cooking liquid to remove the herbs and onion pieces. Optionally, skim off excess fat. Serve the shredded pork with the strained cooking juices on the side or drizzled on top for extra flavor.

Step 10

Enjoy your Forever Roasted Pork with mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or roasted vegetables!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3001.4 grams (3001.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5190

Total Fat 399.60g	512%
Saturated Fat 131.60g	658%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1403mg	468%
Sodium 5100mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 42.30g	15%
Dietary Fiber 8.70g	31%
Total Sugars 10.40g
Protein 340.70g	681%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 414mg	32%
Iron 30mg	166%
Potassium 5699mg	121%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.1%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 3.3%