Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of Roast Pork with Seriously Good Crackling. This dish features perfectly crispy skin that shatters with each bite, revealing tender, juicy pork beneath. The aroma fills your kitchen with warmth, making it ideal for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. Elevate your culinary skills and impress loved ones with this unforgettable centerpiece that combines rich flavors and delightful textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in pork shoulder (4–5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Pat the pork shoulder dry and score the skin in a crisscross pattern.
- Rub olive oil over the surface; season generously with salt and pepper, ensuring some salt gets into the scored areas.
- Sprinkle the chopped herbs over the pork.
- Place in a roasting pan and roast for 30 minutes at high heat.
- Reduce temperature to 325°F (160°C) and cook for an additional 2-3 hours until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let the roast rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Pork
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg