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Best Easy Spalla di Maiale al Forno Recipe

Name: Best Easy Spalla di Maiale al Forno Recipe
Total time: 360 min
Yield: 200 g
Ingredients: bone-in pork shoulder 5 lbs; fresh rosemary 4 sprigs; garlic cloves 8 cloves; olive oil 1 cup; kosher salt 2 tbsp; black pepper 1 tbsp; dry white wine 1 cup

Slow-roasted pork shoulder until meltingly tender is Italian comfort at its peak. This high protein carnivore mediterranean dish is ideal for feeding a large family.

Cook 360 min Difficulty NORMAL 375 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

bone-in pork shoulder 5 lbs
fresh rosemary 4 sprigs
garlic cloves 8 cloves
olive oil 1 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

kosher salt 2 tbsp
black pepper 1 tbsp
dry white wine 1 cup

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 4 g 4%

Protein 30 g 32%

Fat 25 g 64%

Serving size 200g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat your oven to 275°F for gentle, even roasting.
2

Rub the pork shoulder thoroughly with kosher salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Insert slivers of garlic and rosemary sprigs into shallow cuts all over the meat.
3

Place the pork shoulder in a large roasting pan and pour dry white wine around the base. Cover tightly with foil to lock in moisture.
4

Roast for 5 hours, basting every hour, maintaining a steady low temperature. Remove foil for the final hour to encourage browning.
5

Rest the pork for 20 minutes before carving. Spoon pan juices over each serving for added flavor and moisture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The bone-in pork shoulder is the foundation of Spalla di Maiale al Forno, providing the rich flavor and tender texture. Slow-roasting allows its natural juices and fat to create a melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Q. How should I control oven heat during roasting?

Keeping the oven at 275°F ensures the pork cooks slowly and evenly, preventing it from drying out. Covering with foil maintains moisture, and removing the foil in the last hour gives the meat a golden crust.

Q. How do I avoid a dry or tough roast?

Basting every hour and tightly covering the pork during roasting helps retain moisture. Allowing it to rest after cooking ensures juices redistribute for maximum tenderness in every slice.

Q. What’s the nutrition breakdown per serving?

Each 200g serving provides about 375 kcal, with 30g protein (32%), 4g carbs (4%), and 25g fat (64%), making this a high-protein dish with a predominantly fat profile and minimal carbohydrate content.

Best Easy Spalla di Maiale al Forno Recipe

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