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.
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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Score the pork leg with a sharp knife and rub it with olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Place the pork leg in a roasting pan and roast for 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- 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