A delicious and juicy honey mustard pork roast is exactly what you need for an easy dinner tonight. With this mustard crusted pork roast, you get the best flavors and crisp edges you can sink your teeth into.
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Honey mustard pork shoulder roast brings together tender pork with a balanced sweet and tangy flavor, making it a great option for both family dinners and special occasions.
Pork roast is a staple in our home because it's affordable and versatile. While we often make recipes like Garlic Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin or Air Fryer Pork Loin Roast, the honey mustard glaze adds a nice change without adding extra work.
This pork roast with mustard recipe is easy to adapt and pairs well with a wide range of sides. The honey mustard sauce is added near the end of baking, allowing it to caramelize without overpowering the pork.
Serve it with comforting sides like Instant Pot Boxed Au Gratin Potatoes and The Best Canned Green Bean Recipe for a complete, satisfying meal.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Buzz From Readers
"Made this at least four times. Easy and perfectly tasty. Leftovers make a good base for pork fried rice."
- Jeffrey
💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make. This honey mustard pork roast is low maintenance and comes together with just a few simple steps, delivering plenty of flavor with minimal effort.
- Frugal. Pork roasts, especially bone in pork shoulders, are budget friendly compared to other large cuts of meat. It's a great option for feeding families or larger groups without spending a lot.
- Pairs with anything. This honey and mustard roast pork works well with a wide variety of sides, from Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes to Easy Yeast Rolls for Beginners.
🛒 Ingredients
Pork Roast- You will need a thawed pork roast (bone in or out) for this recipe. I like the ones with a nice fat layer on top.
Fresh Garlic- Adding fresh garlic cloves will give us a nice flavor and give us some roasted garlic to enjoy with the meal.
Mustard- You can use Dijon or Regular yellow mustard. I prefer to use yellow mustard.
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Choose pork shoulder for value. Pork shoulder is one of the most affordable large cuts and feeds a crowd.
Use yellow mustard if you have it. Regular yellow mustard works just as well as Dijon and costs less.
Plan for leftovers. This roast stretches easily into sandwiches, wraps, or rice bowls later in the week.
Buy meat on sale and freeze. Pork shoulder freezes well, making it a good stock-up option when prices drop.
🥄 Instructions for Honey Mustard Pork Shoulder
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350F degrees.
Step 2: Place your pork shoulder in a greased 9x13 baking dish.
Step 3: Cut three slits in the top of the pork, about ¼ inch deep.
Step 4: Rub salt and pepper over the roast.
Step 5: Place some fresh sprigs of rosemary and fresh halved garlic cloves into each slit.
Step 6: Roast in the oven at 350F for 20min per pound, removing the pork 20 minutes before it's finished.
Step 7: Add your honey, garlic, and mustard in a bowl.
Step 8: Whisk together until fully incorporated.
Step 9: Cover your pork in the honey mustard glaze. Use a pastry brush to get it on the sides too.
Step 10: Return to oven for the remaining 15-20 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145F.
Step 11: Let your pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
- Garlic choice. Jarred minced garlic works well for the sauce, but adding sliced garlic cloves to the pork boosts flavor and looks great.
- Cook to temperature. Pork is safe at 145°F, even if slightly pink. Avoid cooking past 165°F to keep it from drying out.
- Pairing ideas. The sweet and tangy sauce pairs well with fresh green salads, Italian style sides, or Apple Pie Baked Beans.
❄️ Storage, Reheating & Make Ahead
Storage: Store leftover Honey Mustard Pork Shoulder in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently in the oven covered with foil or warm slices in a skillet with a little extra glaze.
Make Ahead: The honey mustard glaze can be mixed a day in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
This honey mustard pork shoulder pairs well with roasted vegetables, green beans, mashed potatoes, simple salads, or baked beans for a comforting, well-rounded meal.
- Instant Pot Boxed Au Gratin PotatoesRecipe $3.02 / Serving $0.30
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- Apple Pie Baked BeansRecipe $18.53 / Serving $1.15
- Dairy Free Mashed PotatoesRecipe $2.42 / Serving $0.61
❓ Recipe FAQs
With a general rule of thumb of cooking your pork roast for 20-25 minutes per pound, you can expect your roast to be cooked within 1hr to 1.5 hrs. Please note that oven times and temperatures do vary, so keep an eye on our thermometer; it will tell you when it's safe to eat.
Pork shoulder is great for cooking and slicing into like a roast, giving you nice firm, and juicy slices. A pork butt can be used in place of a shoulder for this recipe, but pork butts are generally better at becoming pulled pork because of the higher fat percentage.
Yes, Honey Mustard Pork Roast is a versatile dish suitable for both casual meals and special occasions. It's often served as a holiday dinner or Sunday roast.
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📖 Recipe
Honey Mustard Pork Roast
Ingredients
- 5 pound pork roast bone in or boneless - ($12.20)
- salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary - ($0.50)
- 4 cloves garlic, halved - ($0.32)
- ½ cup honey - ($1.92)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced - ($0.07)
- ¼ cup mustard, yellow or Dijon - ($0.12)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Roast: Place the pork roast in the baking dish. Cut three shallow slits across the top of the roast, about ¼ inch deep.
- Season: Rub the pork generously with salt and pepper.
- Add Aromatics: Insert rosemary sprigs and halved garlic cloves into each slit.
- Initial Roast: Place the pork in the oven and roast for about 20 minutes per pound. Remove the pork from the oven about 20 minutes before the total cook time is finished.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, and mustard until smooth.
- Glaze the Pork: Brush the honey mustard glaze generously over the top and sides of the pork.
- Finish Roasting: Return the pork to the oven and roast for the remaining 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Rest & Serve: Remove from the oven and let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Garlic Options: Jarred minced garlic works well for the glaze, but fresh garlic cloves tucked into the roast add extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Doneness: Pork is safely cooked at 145°F. Avoid cooking past 165°F to prevent dryness.
- Timing Guide: Cooking time averages 20 to 25 minutes per pound. Always rely on a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Serving Ideas: This roast pairs well with green salads, roasted green beans, Italian style sides, or baked beans.
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Jeffrey B Nelson says
Made this at least four times. Easy and perfectly tasty. Leftovers make a good base for pork fried rice.
Nicole Durham says
So glad you like it! This is one of our favorites.