Description
Experience the cozy flavors of autumn with this Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder. Tender, juicy pork shoulder is slow-cooked in a rich blend of apple cider, caramelized onions, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this dish is sure to impress your guests with its delightful taste and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds bone-in pork shoulder
- 1 cup unfiltered apple cider
- 2 large sweet onions, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper, then brown it on all sides until golden.
- Remove the pork from the pot and set aside. Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the apple cider and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the pork shoulder to the pot along with fresh thyme sprigs. Cover tightly and braise in the oven for about 3 hours or until fork-tender.
- Allow the meat to rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing or shredding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg