Pork Leg

Pork leg is a delicious and versatile cut of meat that can be prepared in various ways. Whether roasted, braised, or grilled, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create a mouthwatering pork leg dish.

Pork Leg

Ingredients

  • 1 pork leg, approximately 5 lbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Score the pork leg with a sharp knife and rub it with olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the pork leg in a roasting pan and roast for 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  4. Let the pork leg rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
18g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Roasting pan Basting brush

Tools

Sharp knife Meat thermometer

Serving suggestions

Serve the roasted pork leg with roasted vegetables and a side of mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, marinate the pork leg in the olive oil, garlic, and rosemary mixture overnight before roasting.

Cost

$20