CRISPY SKIN ROASTED PORK SHOULDER

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Pork is just about my DH's favorite meat, so I am always on the lookout for new ways to prepare it. I found this in a Pork Recipe leaflet. Prep time included 4 hours chill time.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Pork

Time 6h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 -5 lbs pork shoulder, bone-in is best
1 medium onion, sliced thick
1 bulb of garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon oregano, fresh
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon oil
1 orange, zested then juiced
1 lemon, zested then juiced

Steps:

  • Using a sharp kinife make several shallow cuts about 1/2 inch deep in the pork.
  • Spread the onion slices on the bottom of a glass roasting pan.
  • Place the remaining ingredients in a food processor and process to make a paste.
  • Rub pork should whth the mixture all over, making sure that it goes into the cuts.
  • Place pork on top of the onion slices.
  • Cover with plactic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, turn at least once when sitting.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Remove the plastic wrap and place in oven, fat side up.
  • Cook for 30 minutes, then lower heat to 325 degrees F and roast for 2 more hours.
  • Baste with it's own juices every 30 minutes.
  • Cook until internal temperature reaches 150 degree F.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574.4, Fat 42.7, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 161, Sodium 731.1, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 39.7

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