Balinese Roasted Pork

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat the 2 lb pork shoulder dry with paper towels and score the skin in a crosshatch pattern with a sharp knife.

Step 2

In a small food processor, combine 4 garlic cloves, 1 inch ginger (peeled), 1 shallot, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp coriander, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Pulse into a smooth paste, adding a splash of water if needed.

Step 3

Rub the spice paste all over the pork, pressing it into the scored skin. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.

Step 4

Place the pork on a rack in a roasting pan, skin side up. Roast for 45 minutes, until the skin is crackling and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Step 5

Remove from oven and rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with rice or vegetables.

Step 6

For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes to the spice paste before rubbing.