Pork Roast 🥩 is a flavorful, tender main dish that’s perfect for a family dinner. Here’s a simple and delicious oven-roasted version.
Ingredients
- 3–4 lb pork shoulder or pork loin roast
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2–3 carrots, chopped
- 3–4 potatoes, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Season the pork
Pat the pork roast dry. Rub it with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
3. Prepare the pan
Place onions, carrots, and potatoes in the bottom of a roasting pan. Set the pork roast on top.
4. Add broth
Pour chicken broth around the roast to keep it moist.
5. Roast
Bake uncovered for 2–2½ hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
6. Rest and serve
Let the roast rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- Roasted vegetables 🥕
- Mashed potatoes 🥔
- Gravy or pan juices
- Dinner rolls 🍞
💡 Tips
- Add apples for a sweet flavor that pairs well with pork. 🍎
- For crispy skin, broil the roast for the last 5 minutes.
- Leftover pork is great for sandwiches or tacos.
If you’d like, I can also share:
- Slow cooker pork roast (super tender)
- Garlic herb pork loin roast
- Brown sugar glazed pork roast.
