Print

Heavenly Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder

Print Recipe

A comforting dish featuring tender pork shoulder braised in a rich apple cider sauce, perfect for family gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4–5 lb pork shoulder roast or Boston butt roast
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 2 cups fresh apple cider
  • 2 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dehydrated minced onion
  • 1 head of garlic, top sliced off
  • 3 rosemary sprigs
  • 4 thyme sprigs
  • 1 red onion, cut into thick slices
  • 2 firm and slightly tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and cut into wedges
  • Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Trim large fat caps from the pork shoulder and cut it into 4 large pieces or leave it whole.
  3. Pat the pork dry and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  4. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear the pork for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  5. Whisk together apple cider, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and minced onion; set aside.
  6. Tie rosemary and thyme together with kitchen twine.
  7. Once browned, pour in the braising liquid and add the herb bundle and garlic. Cover and move the pot to the oven.
  8. Braise for about 3 hours, flipping halfway, until tender.
  9. Add sliced red onion and apple wedges around the pork, cover, and return to the oven for another 30-45 minutes.
  10. Let the pork rest in the braising liquid for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality apple cider and ensure pork is at room temperature before cooking.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/apple-cider-braised-pork-shoulder/

Pinterest
Pinterest
fb-share-icon
Tiktok