How to Make the Perfect Pork Roast for Christmas Day

TLDRLearn how to make a mouthwatering pork roast with crispy crackling for your Christmas feast. Follow the steps to create a flavorful and tender dish that will impress your guests.

Key insights

🔥Prepping the pork roast by drying out the skin for 48 hours in the fridge helps achieve the perfect crackling.

🌡️Cook the roast at a high indirect heat of around 550°F/280°C to build the best crackling.

🧂Season the meat with your favorite rub or simply salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.

💤Allow the cooked roast to rest for about 15 minutes to let the juices settle before slicing.

🎄This recipe is perfect not only for Christmas Day but also for any special occasion throughout the year.

Q&A

How long should I dry out the pork skin?

Leave the pork leg with the skin exposed in the fridge for 48 hours to achieve the best crackling.

What temperature should I cook the roast at?

Maintain a high indirect heat of around 550°F/280°C for the first part of the cook to build the perfect crackling.

What seasoning should I use for the pork?

You can use your favorite rub or simply salt and pepper to enhance the flavor of the meat.

How long should I let the cooked roast rest?

Let the roast rest for about 15 minutes to allow the juices to settle before slicing.

Can I make this recipe for occasions other than Christmas?

Absolutely! This pork roast recipe is perfect for any special occasion throughout the year.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Learn how to make a mouthwatering pork roast with crispy crackling for your Christmas feast.

02:46Prepping the pork roast by drying out the skin for 48 hours in the fridge helps achieve the perfect crackling.

04:11Cook the roast at a high indirect heat of around 550°F/280°C to build the best crackling.

05:03Season the meat with your favorite rub or simply salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.

06:29Allow the cooked roast to rest for about 15 minutes to let the juices settle before slicing.

07:00This recipe is perfect not only for Christmas Day but also for any special occasion throughout the year.