Here’s a simple, flavorful way to make a garlic herb pork roast that comes out juicy and aromatic:
Ingredients:
- 3–4 lb pork roast (loin or shoulder)
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- 1 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pork: Pat the roast dry with paper towels. This helps it brown nicely.
- Make the herb mixture: In a small bowl, combine garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, oregano, and paprika.
- Rub the pork: Massage the herb mixture all over the roast, making sure to cover all sides.
- Sear the roast (optional but recommended): In a hot skillet, sear the pork on all sides for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Roast in the oven: Place the pork in a roasting pan. Pour broth into the bottom of the pan to keep it moist. Roast for 1.5–2 hours (depending on size) or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Rest the meat: Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest 10–15 minutes before slicing. This keeps it juicy.
- Serve: Slice and serve with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
💡 Tip: For extra flavor, you can insert slivers of garlic directly into small cuts in the meat before roasting.
If you want, I can also give you a quick 1-hour version of this roast that’s faster but still juicy. Do you want me to do that?
