Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder
This recipe is the epitome of fall. Tender, fall-apart pork shoulder cooked with apples and onions in a savory apple cider broth—the coziest braise ever. This is, far and away, the most popular recipe on my website, with over 500 five-star reviews, and it’s the recipe that inspired this book! Braised meat over mashed potatoes is my ultimate comfort food, and while this recipe is simple, it’s so special. It’s perfect for any special occasion or dinner party, or when you just want a cozy meal to hunker down with during the colder months.
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Ingredients
- to 5 pounds bone-in pork shoulder roast or pork butt roast
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- tablespoon neutral oil
- fresh apple cider
- chicken stock
- tablespoon Dijon mustard
- tablespoon dehydrated minced onion
- sprigs rosemary
- sprigs thyme
- bulb garlic, top sliced off to expose the cloves
- firm and slightly tart apples, such as Honeycrisp, Pink Lady or Gala
- red onion, peeled and cut into thick slices