Description
Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder is a delightful dish that melds the rich flavors of tender pork with the sweet notes of apple cider and aromatic herbs. This slow-cooked masterpiece not only fills your home with inviting aromas but also delivers melt-in-your-mouth tenderness that will leave your guests raving. Ideal for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this recipe offers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder
- 2 cups unfiltered apple cider
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Pat pork shoulder dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat and sear the pork until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes per side). Remove pork and set aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until fragrant.
- Return pork to the pot, add apple cider and thyme, then cover and transfer to the oven.
- Cook for 4 hours or until fork-tender. Rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg