Here’s a classic, juicy, and flavorful recipe for a Pork Roast—perfect for a Sunday dinner or holiday meal.
🐖 Oven-Roasted Pork Roast
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 3–4 lb pork roast (shoulder, loin, or boneless)
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (for pan drippings)
- Optional: 1 onion, quartered; 2–3 carrots and potatoes, chopped, for roasting
🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Pork
- Pat the pork roast dry.
- Rub olive oil all over the roast.
- Mix garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme/rosemary; rub evenly over the meat.
2️⃣ Sear the Roast (Optional but Recommended)
- In a hot skillet over medium-high heat, sear the roast 2–3 minutes per side until browned. This adds flavor and color.
3️⃣ Roast in Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan. Optionally surround with onions, carrots, and potatoes.
- Pour 1 cup broth into the pan to keep the roast moist.
- Roast for 1.5–2 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, or 160°F (71°C) for medium.
4️⃣ Rest and Serve
- Remove roast from oven and cover loosely with foil. Let rest 10–15 minutes—this keeps it juicy.
- Slice and serve with pan juices or gravy.
💡 Tips
- Optional Glaze: Mix honey, mustard, and a little apple cider vinegar; brush over the roast for the last 15 minutes of roasting.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Leftovers make great sandwiches or tacos!
If you want, I can also give a slow-cooker version of pork roast that’s super tender and full of flavor—hands-off and easy. Do you want that version too?
