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Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder
Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder is the perfect cozy meal to welcome the changing seasons. Slow-cooked in the oven until melt-in-your-mouth tender, the pork absorbs the warm, spiced flavors of apple cider, garlic, and herbs, creating a rich and comforting dish. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for the ultimate feast.
At A Glance
- Prep Time 20 minutes
- Cook Time 2.5 hours
- Servings 4 Servings
- Cuts pork shoulder
Ingredients
Before we get cooking, here’s everything you need. Check items off as you go — at home or in the store.
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Season pork with salt and pepper.
- Add oil to a Dutch oven or any coverable, oven-ready pot. Heat on high.
- Sear the pork until all sides are browned. Remove pork to a plate.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add apple cider, chicken stock, and thyme. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Remove from the heat and add the pork back into the pot. Cover with sliced apples.
- Place the lid on the pot and cook in the oven for 2 ½ hours or until tender (175°F).
- Remove from the oven and allow the pork to rest in the braising liquid for 10–15 minutes before serving.
*Whole muscle pork cuts are safe to eat when cooked to 145°F and allowed to rest for 3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Calories 630
- Protein 44 g
- Fat 38 g
- Sodium 950 mg
- Cholesterol 155 mg
- Saturated Fat 13 g
- Carbohydrates 28 g
- Fiber 2 g
