What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.
Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 21 quick pork shoulder recipes that we have shared over the years.
Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.
21 Quick Pork Shoulder Recipes
Simple Roasted Pork Shoulder
Foolproof Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder
Fall-Apart Roasted Pork Shoulder with Rosemary, Mustard and Garlic
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder
Garlicky Roast Pork Shoulder
Roasted Pork Shoulder
How to Roast Pork Shoulder (Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder)
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder With Apple Gravy
Roasted Pork Shoulder – Czech Vepřová pečeně
Pan-Fried Pork Shoulder Steak
Grilled Pork Shoulder Recipe
Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder
Easy Roasted Pork Shoulder
Chef John’s Paper Pork Shoulder
Hot and Fast Pulled Pork
Memphis Style Pulled Pork Recipe | Hot & Fast Pork Butt
Many Onions Pork Shoulder
Roast Pork Shoulder
How long do I cook a pork shoulder for?
Cook for 2 to 4 hours, until fork tender.
The pork is done when it is fork-tender (when the meat can be easily pierced with a fork without resistance and easily falls apart with a little pressure). If you’re cooking pork on the bone, the meat should be falling off the bone.
How long do you cook pork shoulder at 350?
At 350 degrees, the pork shoulder should cook at a rate of 30-45 minutes per pound. That means an 8-pound cut should be done in 4 to 6 hours.
How do you cook a pork shoulder without drying it out?
In fact, scoring can compromise crispy skin if not done properly! Roast uncovered for the whole time (to keep the skin dry) Long and slow – Roast on a low first to slow-cook the flesh until tender, then high to finish the crackling. Keep the skin surface level by using scrunched up balls of foil.
How do I cook a Boston butt quickly?
Do you cook a pork shoulder fat side up or fat side down?
The answer is simple: Always position the meat with the fat side facing up. Here’s why. When the fat is facing up, it will act as a natural basting liquid for the pork as it renders out. While the fat doesn’t penetrate too deeply beneath the surface of the meat, it still helps it retain a high degree of moisture.
Is pork shoulder the same as pork butt?
Both come from the shoulder of the pig, but pork butt is higher on the foreleg, while pork shoulder is farther down. As relatively tough and fatty cuts, both benefit from long, slow cooking methods such as roasting, stewing, and braising. But the cuts are different enough that we generally prefer pork butt.
Should you wrap a pork shoulder in foil?
Wrap in foil: At the 5-hour mark the internal temp should be in the 160 range. Wrap in aluminum foil to keep the meat from getting too much smoke and to catch the moisture being released during the cooking process.
Do you cook a pork roast with the fat side up or down?
Place your pork loin fat side up in your roasting pan. By having the fat on top, you’re allowing the fat layer to baste the roast as it cooks. This is the step that keeps the pork from becoming dry and tough!
What temperature should you cook pork at in the oven?
In the Oven:
- Pre-heat oven to 325F (165C).
- Bake pork chops in the oven for approximately 30 MINUTES, flipping at the 15-minute mark.
- Or until internal temperature reaches 155F (68C), rested to a final 160F (71C).
Should I pour boiling water over pork?
Once you’ve scored the rind, boil the jug, put the roast on a rack in the sink and pour the boiling water all over the pork, which shrinks the skin where the scoring is, helping heat, salt and oil penetrate deeper once you get to step 5. Try to avoid pouring onto any exposed meat, as it will just dry out.
Is it best to cook a pork roast covered or uncovered?
TIPS FOR A PERFECT PORK ROAST
For a crisp surface on your roast, be sure the oven is fully preheated before putting the roast in and don’t cover the meat while roasting. Searing (quickly browning at high heat) the outside of a pork roast before continuing with cooking is a great way to seal in flavor.
Why is my pork shoulder tough?
If you don’t cook the connective tissue properly, it will be tough and rubbery. The connective tissue has to break down and literally melt away in the meat. This takes time. but when it’s done, the meat should fall apart by itself.




















