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Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder

Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder for Cozy Fall Comfort

This Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder combines sweet apple cider and tender pork for a hearty fall favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 4-5 lbs Pork Shoulder Roast Both bone-in and boneless options yield tender meat.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Use for searing.
  • 2 cups Fresh Apple Cider Key to the dish's sweet and tangy profile.
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock or Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Adds delightful tang.
  • 1 tablespoon Dehydrated Minced Onion Boosts savory flavors; can swap for onion powder.
For Aromatics
  • 1 head Garlic Top sliced off, leave skin on for easier handling.
  • 3 sprigs Rosemary Fresh herbs that elevate flavor.
  • 4 sprigs Thyme Fresh herbs that elevate flavor.
For the Sweetness
  • 1 Red Onion Cut into thick slices.
  • 2 Firm Apples Peeled and cut into wedges; Honeycrisp or Pink Lady recommended.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder, cut into large pieces if using bone-in. Pat dry and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat oil in the Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Whisk together cider, chicken stock, mustard, and minced onion in a bowl; set aside.
  5. Remove seared pork, tie herbs together, and add to the pot along with garlic.
  6. Pour braising liquid into the pot, nestle the pork back, cover, and braise in the oven for 3 hours.
  7. After 3 hours, add red onion and apple wedges, cover and return to oven for another 30-45 minutes.
  8. Let the dish rest in the liquid for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish tastes even better the next day; store in an airtight container.

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