Description
Apple Cider Braised Shoulder is a cozy fall dish featuring tender meat simmered in sweet apple cider and aromatic spices, perfect for family gatherings or a comforting weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs bone-in pork shoulder
- 2 cups fresh unfiltered apple cider
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Prepare the Pork: Season the pork shoulder generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Sear It Good: In a large Dutch oven, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder until golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Add Aromatics: Remove the pork from the pot. In the same pot, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about three minutes.
- Mix It Up: Return the pork to the pot and pour in the apple cider, chicken broth, and add thyme. Stir well to combine.
- Let It Braise: Cover the pot with a lid and place it in your preheated oven. Allow it to braise for about three hours or until fork-tender.
- Serve: Transfer the pork to plates and drizzle with sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz of cooked pork with sauce
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, consider adding sliced apples or swapping herbs based on your preference. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.