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APPLE CIDER BRAISED PORK SHOULDER

APPLE CIDER BRAISED PORK SHOULDER

A delicious and tender pork shoulder braised with apple cider and a mix of aromatic herbs and spices.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pounds pork shoulder bone-in, trimmed
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper on all sides.
  • In a large Dutch oven, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat and brown the pork shoulder on all sides.
  • Add garlic and bay leaves to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the apple cider and bring to a simmer.
  • Cover the pot and braise in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for about 3 hours or until the pork is tender.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate the pork overnight in the refrigerator with the cider.