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Oven-Roasted Pork Butt (Slow Roast / Pulled Pork)

Name: Oven-Roasted Pork Butt (Slow Roast / Pulled Pork)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 4 h 30 min
Total time: 4 h 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Romanian
Ingredients: 1.5 kg pork butt (shoulder roast); 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 tsp sweet or smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tsp dried thyme; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 250 ml water or broth

A slow-roasted pork butt with a tender, juicy interior and a caramelized crust. Perfect for sandwiches, rustic plates, or family-style meals.

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Servings

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Prep

20 min

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Cook

4 h 30 min

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Total

4 h 50 min

🥘Ingredients

servings

Meat & Seasoning

Braising Liquids

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✅Dietary Compatibility

🌾Gluten-free🥛Dairy-free💪High-protein🥦Clean eating🫒Mediterranean

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Yield

approx. 800–900 g cooked meat

📦Storage

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Refrigerator

3–4 days refrigerated in an airtight container

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Freezer

Up to 3 months, portioned in freezer bags

🥗Nutrition Facts

Values per serving (approx. 200g cooked meat)

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Calories

520 kcal

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Protein

38 g

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Fat

38 g

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Carbohydrates

5 g

🍷Pairs Well With

🥂Mashed potatoes

🥂Roasted vegetables

🥂Coleslaw

🥂Homemade bread

💡Variations

Add 1 tsp hot paprika for a spicy version.

Replace broth with beer for deeper flavor.

Add 4 whole garlic cloves to the pan for extra aroma.