Macadamia Free Herb-Roasted Pork Shoulder with Crackling

Few things rival the drama of a perfectly roasted pork shoulder landing on the table — golden, blistered skin that shatters at the tap of a spoon and deeply spiced meat underneath that pulls apart with ease. The spice paste here is the real star, built from turmeric, smoked paprika, ginger, cinnamon, garlic, and lemon juice, rubbed directly onto the meat beneath the skin so every bite carries that warm, aromatic depth. The overnight salting step is what makes the crackling genuinely crackle — it draws moisture out of the skin so the high-heat blast at the end does its job without steaming instead of crisping. This is the kind of roast that rewards a little patience and planning, but the hands-on effort is minimal compared to the payoff. Tree nut concerns are completely off the table here — every ingredient is straightforward pantry staple or fresh produce, with no nut-based oils, coatings, or additions anywhere in the recipe. Serve it with lemon wedges to cut through the richness and a few rosemary sprigs for a finish that looks as impressive as it tastes.

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