Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A savory and comforting dish featuring tender pork shoulder braised in apple cider, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds pork shoulder
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Season the pork with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned.
- Remove the pork and sauté onions and garlic until tender.
- Add brown sugar and thyme, then pour in the apple cider.
- Return the pork to the pot, cover, and simmer for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Serve warm, shredded or sliced.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of apple vinegar.
- Serve with mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg