
Sunday Pork Roast with Gravy is a classic comfort food, typically featuring a slow-roasted pork shoulder or loin seasoned with herbs and garlic, served with a rich pan gravy. It's a staple of American home cooking, often associated with family gatherings and weekend meals.
This dish is high in protein and fat, providing essential nutrients like B vitamins and iron, with a rough calorie estimate of 400-600 per serving depending on the cut of pork and gravy richness.
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Potassium | 500 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Zinc | 4 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
Culturally, it's a symbol of traditional Sunday family dinners in the U.S., and nutritionally, the slow-roasting method helps tenderize the meat while allowing flavors to develop deeply.