Smothered Pork Roast over Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 1
Smothered Pork Roast over Rice – A Southern Classic Dish
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 -7 lbs boneless pork roast ( shoulder or butt )
kosher salt
ground black pepper
2 large onions , thinly sliced
8 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon dried rosemary , crumbled
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 lemon , juice of ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
567
Sugar
1g
Fat
43g
Smothered Pork Roast over Rice is a beloved Southern recipe that is as classic as it is comforting. Seasoned with thyme and rosemary, and smothered in rich flavors, this dish is perfect for a special family meal or holiday. The pork roast is cooked slowly in a Dutch oven allowing the flavors to meld together, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture. To add more flavor and nutrition to this meal, serve the pork over your favorite rice and serve it with a side of your favorite vegetables. This is the ideal meal to keep your loved ones warm and cozy on a cold winter night!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325ºF.
2.Season the pork roast generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
3.In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Once hot, brown the pork roast on all sides for about 10-12 minutes.
4.Remove the pork roast from the Dutch oven and set aside.
5.In the same Dutch oven, melt the butter and add onions, garlic, fresh thyme, and dried rosemary. Cook for 10 minutes or until the onions become translucent.
6.Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to combine.
7.Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
8.Add the pork roast back into the Dutch oven, cover with a lid, and transfer to the preheated oven. Roast for 3 to 4 hours or until the meat is fork-tender.
9.Once the pork is ready, remove it from the Dutch oven. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
10.Meanwhile, pour the liquid remaining in the Dutch oven through a fine-mesh strainer into a medium saucepan. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and let it reduce until thickened.
11.Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pork roast, pour some of the sauce over the meat, and the rest in a gravy boat. Serve with your favorite rice!

PROS

Smothered Pork Roast over Rice is a simple and hearty dish that is perfect for feeding a crowd.

It is a classic Southern recipe that is easy to make and packed with flavor.

The pork roast is fork-tender and the sauce is rich and delicious.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat making it less suitable for people who are on a low-calorie or low-fat diet.

The cooking process is lengthy, taking up to 4 hours for the meat to be cooked to perfection.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork contains high-quality protein, essential vitamins, and minerals like zinc and iron that are important for our health.
The onions and garlic in the recipe are rich in antioxidants, and studies suggest they may boost our immune system.
Moreover, this meal is gluten-free as it doesn’t contain any wheat products.

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