SMOTHERED PORK ROAST OVER RICE

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I got this recipe in a newsletter, but it's actually from a cookbook by Donald Link called "Real Cajun". This dish was so delicious that I bought the book, and it was well worth it!

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Pork

Time 3h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

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)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275ºF. Season the pork very generously with salt and pepper, rubbing the seasonings into the fat and flesh of the meat. Set the roast aside for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour to bring to room temperature.
  • Combine the onions, garlic, thyme, and rosemary in a medium mixing bowl and toss to combine. Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. When the oil is very hot, sear the meat on all sides until deeply browned and crusty, 10 to 12 minutes total.
  • Transfer the meat to a plate, reduce the heat to medium, and then stir in the butter. When the butter has melted, stir in the flour to make a roux and continue to cook, stirring, until the roux turns a dark peanut butter color, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the onion mixture and cook, stirring, until all the ingredients are well coated and the mixture is thick. Whisk in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Return the pork to the Dutch oven, spoon some of the onion mixture over the meat, cover, and roast for about 3 hours, turning and basting the pork every 30 minutes or so, until the meat will break apart when pressed gently with a fork.
  • At this point, you can serve the roast right out of the pan, or transfer it to a plate, then simmer the pan drippings, skimming off excess fat, until reduced by about one-third, or until it coats the back of a spoon. Add the lemon juice and taste for seasonings.
  • Before serving, sprinkle the roast with some additional salt, to taste. Serve the roast smothered with a generous amount of sauce over hot steamed rice.

Pauline Whitrock
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Wow! This smothered pork roast was incredible. The meat was cooked to perfection and the gravy was so rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a meal that I will never forget.


Pratima Tamang
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This smothered pork roast is the best I've ever had! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Nothabo Sodindwangu Shortie
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This recipe is a winner! The pork roast was fall-apart tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely be making this again.


Krisztina Pósa
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This smothered pork roast was amazing! The meat was so juicy and tender, and the gravy was to die for. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Barsha Uranw
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This recipe was a little too complicated for me. I ended up burning the pork roast. I think I'll stick to simpler recipes in the future.


Matt Reader
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this smothered pork roast was really good! The meat was cooked perfectly and the gravy was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Shaat Weyne
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This smothered pork roast is a new favorite in our house! The meat is so tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. We served it over mashed potatoes and it was the perfect comfort food meal.


Syed Rohail
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The pork roast was fall-apart tender and the gravy was flavorful, but it was a little too salty for my taste. Next time I will use less salt.


Prince Akter
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This was my first time making smothered pork roast and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the pork roast was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Bobby Cartlidge
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The pork roast was a little dry for my taste, but the gravy was excellent. I would try this recipe again, but I would cook the pork roast for a shorter amount of time.


Omer ou
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork roast was cooked to perfection and the gravy was so good I could have eaten it with a spoon. Will definitely be making this again.


Malik Ss
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pork roast turned out amazing! The meat was so juicy and the gravy was delicious. My family loved it.


Sobita Biswas
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This smothered pork roast was a hit! The meat was fall-apart tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was the perfect comfort food meal.


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