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Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder: Taste the Magic!

A delicious and hearty dish featuring pork shoulder braised in apple cider, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder trimmed and cut into large chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 apples cored and sliced (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork shoulder chunks and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the apple cider, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Return the seared pork shoulder to the pot and add the sliced apples. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 3 to 4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  7. Once done, remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the braising liquid.
  • You can also substitute the pork shoulder with beef chuck roast for a different flavor profile.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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