Roast Pork Shoulder

Roast Pork Shoulder is a hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring a large, marbled cut from the pig's upper leg, typically seasoned with a blend of herbs, garlic, and spices before being roasted to tender perfection. Originating from various culinary traditions, it's particularly celebrated in American barbecue (like pulled pork), British Sunday roasts, and Mediterranean cuisines, where the long cooking time breaks down connective tissue for rich, flavorful meat.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins (especially B12 and niacin), with a rough calorie estimate of 300-400 per 3-ounce serving, depending on preparation and fat content.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	23 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	65 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Zinc	4.5 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.6 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)	6.0 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Selenium	35 mcg

Per 1 cup, diced (140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Roast Pork Shoulder is a centerpiece of communal gatherings and comfort food, symbolizing warmth and abundance, while nutritionally, its slow-roasting method enhances the availability of certain nutrients and creates a satisfying texture that makes it a favorite for sharing.