Pawpaw's Sunday Garlic Pork Roast

Bring the warmth of family tradition to your dinner table with Pawpaw's Sunday Garlic Pork Roast. This mouthwatering recipe combines tender, juicy pork shoulder with the bold flavors of garlic, fresh rosemary, thyme, and a hint of smoked paprika for a fragrant, savory feast. Stuffed with whole garlic cloves and slowly roasted atop a bed of hearty vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and onions, this dish captures the essence of classic comfort food. A cup of chicken or pork stock keeps the roast perfectly moist while creating rich pan juices to drizzle over each slice. Ideal for Sunday gatherings or any special occasion, this garlic pork roast bakes to golden perfection in just a few hours, offering an irresistible combination of crispy edges and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Serve it alongside the roasted vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to become a treasured tradition in your home.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork shoulder roast
• 8 pieces Garlic cloves
• 3 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 3 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 large Onion
• 3 pieces Carrots
• 4 medium Potatoes
• 1 cup Chicken or pork stock

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Rinse the pork shoulder roast and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Using a sharp knife, make 8 small slits evenly across the surface of the pork roast. Stuff each slit with a peeled garlic clove.

Step 4

Finely chop the leaves of 2 rosemary sprigs and 2 thyme sprigs. Combine the chopped herbs, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a bowl to create a seasoning paste.

Step 5

Rub the herb paste generously over the entire surface of the pork roast.

Step 6

Peel and quarter the onion, carrots, and potatoes. Arrange them in the bottom of a large roasting pan.

Step 7

Place the remaining rosemary and thyme sprigs over the vegetables for extra flavor.

Step 8

Set the seasoned pork roast on top of the bed of vegetables in the roasting pan.

Step 9

Pour the chicken or pork stock into the bottom of the pan to help keep the roast moist and prevent sticking.

Step 10

Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 11

Roast for 2 1/2 hours, basting the pork every 45 minutes with the pan juices.

Step 12

After 2 1/2 hours, remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Continue roasting uncovered for another 30 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy exterior.

Step 13

Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Step 14

Serve slices of the pork roast alongside the roasted vegetables and pan juices. Enjoy Pawpaw's Sunday tradition!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3311.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5764.1

Total Fat 393.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 1270.1mg	0%
Sodium 6889.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 220.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 354.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 487.6mg	0%
Iron 32.1mg	0%
Potassium 10514.3mg	0%

*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: 60.6%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 15.1%