Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade lunch meat with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for sandwiches or salads, this roasted meat is packed with flavor and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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For the Spice Rub:
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
For the Meat:
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder or chicken breast, trimmed and cut into large pieces
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Rub: In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, and sugar.
- Marinate the Meat: Rub the spice mixture over the meat pieces and place in a bag with cold water and olive oil. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Roast the Meat: Preheat oven to 275°F. Roast the meat on a rack over a baking sheet until internal temperature reaches 155°F, about 2-3 hours.
- Rest and Slice: Let the meat cool, then slice thinly. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Consider using pork shoulder for a richer flavor or chicken breast for a leaner option.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
- For a smoky flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the marinade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
- Category: Main Course, Sandwich Filling
- Method: Roasting, Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 ounces
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
