Delia Roast Pork Shoulder

Delia Smith’s Roast Pork Shoulder is made with pork shoulder, olive oil, sea salt, white onions, carrots, Bramley apples, rosemary, and Demerara sugar. This delicious Roast Pork Shoulder recipe creates a hearty dinner that takes about 2 hours to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

Delia Smith Pork Shoulder Ingredients

• 2-2.5 kg / 4 lb 8 oz – 5 lb pork shoulder, boned and rolled
• Olive oil
• Sea salt
• 3 white onions, cut in half
• 2 carrots

For the Apple Sauce:

• 3 Bramley apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 sprig of rosemary, chopped
• Demerara sugar, to taste

How To Make Delia Smith Pork Shoulder

1. Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 220°C / 425°F / Gas 7.
2. Prepare Pork: Score the pork skin with a sharp knife, careful not to cut into the meat. Drizzle with olive oil and rub 1 tablespoon of salt into the skin, pressing it into the cuts.
3. Prepare Vegetables: Put onions and carrots in a large roasting tin. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Place the pork on top of the vegetables and roast for 30 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
4. Roast Pork: Lower the oven temperature to 180°C / 350°F / Gas 4. Roast for 30 minutes per half kilo (about 1 hour per pound) or until the pork is cooked through. (The juices should run clear when pierced, or the skewer should feel hot.)
5. Make Apple Sauce: Put apples, rosemary, and 50 ml / 1¾ oz water in a pan. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes until apples start to soften. Add 1-2 tablespoons of sugar and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples break down but still have some texture. Adjust sweetness if needed. Cool to room temperature.
6. Rest and Serve: Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest, covered with foil, for 15-20 minutes. Slice and serve with the apple sauce.

Recipe Tips

• Score the Skin Well: Cut the pork skin deeply but not into the meat. This helps make the crackling crispy.
• Rub in the Salt: Massage the salt into the skin, pressing it into the cuts. This makes the crackling tastier and crispier.
• Start with High Heat: Roast the pork at 220°C / 425°F first to get crispy crackling, then lower the temperature for even cooking.
• Let the Pork Rest: After roasting, cover the pork with foil and let it rest for 15-20 minutes. This makes the meat more tender.
• Taste and Sweeten the Apple Sauce: Check the apple sauce and add more sugar if needed for the right sweetness. This makes the sauce taste just right with the pork.

What To Serve With Pork Shoulder?

This crispy roast pork shoulder pairs well with roasted potatoes, steamed vegetables, apple sauce, or a fresh salad. It also can be served alongside mashed potatoes, sautéed greens, gravy, or crusty bread for a delicious dinner.

How To Store Leftovers Pork Shoulder?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover pork cool to room temperature. Then, put it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Cool the pork completely before freezing. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil or use an airtight container. It will be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
  

How To Reheat Leftovers Pork Shoulder?

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°F. Place the pork in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and heat for about 20-25 minutes until warmed through.
• In The Microwave: Place the pork in a microwave-safe dish, cover, and heat on medium power for 3-4 minutes, checking and stirring occasionally, until heated through.
• On The Stove: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the pork and cover. Heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.

Delia Smith Pork Shoulder Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 350
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sodium: 600mg
• Potassium: 700mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 10g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 5g
• Protein: 25g

Try More Delia Smith Recipes:

• Delia Smith Rice Salad Recipe
• Delia Smith Potato Gratin
• Delia Ginger Marmalade Recipe
• Delia Smith Stuffed Pork Tenderloin