Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder

Pork shoulder is generously rubbed with spices and slow-roasted in the oven. The result: incredibly flavorful and juicy meat that is so tender it can be shredded with a fork. This preparation is known as "pulled pork" and is versatile, as it can be used to create excellent burgers, sandwiches, tacos, and canapés. Of course, it can also be enjoyed in a classic way—with mashed potatoes and a vegetable side.

Details

  • Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 360 minutes
  • Difficulty: 1
  • Spiciness: 0
  • Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 2.5 kg Meat, pork, shoulder

  • 2.5 spoons Spices, paprika

  • 2 spoons Sugar, brown

  • 4 pods Garlic, fresh

  • pieces Salt, table

  • 2 spoons Oil, vegetable oil, canola

  • 4 pieces Onion, raw

Steps

  1. Wash the pork shoulder and dry it thoroughly with paper towels. In a bowl, mix sugar, salt, crushed garlic, smoked paprika, and freshly ground pepper. Add a little oil and mix well to form a smooth spice paste, which is then used to coat and thoroughly rub the meat.

  2. Preheat the oven to 140°C (284°F). Peel the onion and cut it into quarters, then scatter them in a deep roasting pan. Place the seasoned meat on top of the onions, with the fattiest side facing up. Place the pan in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

  3. After 1 hour of roasting, remove the pan from the oven and cover it with aluminum foil. Continue roasting the meat in the preheated oven for another 4 to 5 hours, or until it becomes so tender that it can be easily shredded by hand.

  4. Remove the pan from the oven and carefully remove the aluminum foil. Allow the steam to escape, then transfer the meat to a cutting board and loosely cover it with foil. Let it rest for 30 minutes, then shred it into smaller pieces using forks. Pour the juices collected in the pan over the shredded meat, mix well, and serve immediately or allow it to cool thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Per 100g)

  • Calories: 212.13 kcal
  • Fat: 14.7 g
    • Saturated Fat: 4.98 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2.64 g
    • Sugars: 1.35 g
  • Protein: 14.27 g
  • Fiber: 0.3 g

Advice

Feel free to add additional spices to the marinade (rosemary, cumin, chili, mustard seeds, etc.). The recipe is adapted from Gordon Ramsay.