Ingredients
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To make your Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder, gather the following ingredients:
- 3–4 pounds pork shoulder
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme and rosemary for garnish
These ingredients create a delightful symphony of flavors! The combination of sweet cider and savory pork is simply irresistible.
Instructions
- Pat the pork shoulder dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Sear the pork on all sides until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
- Pour in the apple cider, scraping up brown bits, then stir in brown sugar and apple cider vinegar.
- Return pork to the pot, ensuring it’s submerged. Simmer, cover, and transfer to a 300°F oven for about 3 hours until tender.
- Let the pork rest for 15 minutes, then shred and mix with the sauce before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the pork is well-browned for the best flavor.
- Allowing the pork to rest is crucial for juicy meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg