Smoked Pork Crown Roast with Garlic Herb Crust

’Tis the season for giving and celebrating with loved ones, and Smoked Pork Crown Roast with Garlic Herb Crust brings that spirit straight to your holiday table. December gatherings feel more inviting with a dish that carries both charm and warmth, giving Christmas dinner or festive weekend parties a centerpiece that draws guests in before the first slice is served.

The flavor leans savory and aromatic, built on garlic, herbs, and slow smoke that settle into the roast as it cooks. Each rib absorbs the seasoning while the crust turns golden, creating a rich mix that pairs naturally with winter meals. Wood-fired notes add depth without overwhelming the meat, leaving every slice tender and balanced.

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This crown roast brings joy and comfort to any December celebration, offering a festive centerpiece that feels right at home during the holidays.

Serves 20

Smoked Pork Crown Roast with Garlic Herb Crust Ingredients

• 8-10 pounds prepared pork crown roast, bones Frenched and roast tied

Herb Paste

• ½ cup fresh parsley
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 4 Tablespoons stone ground mustard
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon zest and juice

Smoked Pork Crown Roast with Garlic Herb Crust Directions

1. Preheat the smoker to 275 degrees F. Good woods include hickory, alder, or pecan woods.
2. If your roast is not already prepared (tied and ready to cook), refer to the post for preparation instructions. Most butchers will do this for you; you just need to ask first. These instructions begin as if you have a roast ready to cook.
3. Mix all the ingredients for the herb paste in a blender jar or food processor and pulse until well combined and a smooth paste forms. Set aside.
4. Place the roast on a flat rack above a rimmed baking sheet.
5. Smooth the paste over the outside of the roast, avoiding the exposed tips of the bone. Tear a large sheet of aluminum foil (about 36 inches). Fold it in half lengthwise, then in half again, and set it over the exposed bones, pressing tightly to secure.
6. Place the roast on the smoker, close the lid, and smoke for 4 1/2 hours, or until the roast reaches an internal temperature of 125 degrees F.
7. Remove the foil from the bones. Increase the heat on your smoker to 450 degrees F, and roast for 15-30 minutes to reach a target internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
8. Remove the roast from the smoker, and allow it to rest for 20-30 minutes. Slice between the bones to cut the roast into individual chops. Serve and enjoy!

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