Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Garlic Onion Braised Pork, where tender, juicy pork shoulder meets sweet caramelized onions and aromatic garlic. This dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a perfect centerpiece for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Served alongside rice or crusty bread, it promises to create lasting memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs pork shoulder, well-marbled
- 2 large sweet yellow onions, sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onions and garlic while allowing the pork shoulder to rest at room temperature.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned pork shoulder until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the sliced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and add thyme; scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Return the pork to the pot, submerging it in liquid. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover tightly, and reduce heat to low. Braise for about 2-3 hours until fork-tender.
- Once cooked, remove the pork and let it rest before slicing. Serve topped with onion sauce over rice or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg