Freezing cider pork: You can very easily freeze cider braised pork! Let the pork and liquid cool to room temperature and then store in a freezer-safe ziplock bag. Try to press most of the air out of the bag while sealing, this helps prevent freezer burn. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge.
Reheating: Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder is best reheated in a skillet or dutch oven. Add the pork and liquid to a dutch oven or skillet, adding a little extra broth or water as needed. Cover and simmer on low until the pork is tender and warmed through.
Alternate Cooking Methods for Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder
I love taking my time braising in the oven, but that’s not always feasible with time constraints. Here are some other methods for cooking up Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder.
Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker – Follow the recipe as written, using the saute function on your instant pot. Let the pan get nice and hot before searing the pork using the ‘high’ setting for saute. Add the broth mixture, garlic, and herbs to the pot. Set the Instant Pot to ‘pressure cook’ for 60 minutes, with natural release. After the lid has released, add the onions and apples and set to ‘pressure cook’ on high for 5 minutes using a quick release.
Slow Cooker – Use another pan or pot to sear the pork before adding it to the slow cooker. Seriously, don’t skip this step because it adds SO much flavor! Once the pork is seared, add it to the slow cooker and pour the braising liquid over the top. Add the onions, apples, and fresh herbs. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours, or low for 7-8 hours.
What to Serve with Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder
If you’re throwing a dinner party or just want a nice dinner to enjoy, here are some of my favorite dishes to serve with Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder.
Leafy salad – I love starting a meal with a big leafy salad! My recipe for KALE CAESAR SALAD is one of my favorite salads ever and pairs so well with any braised meat. You’re going to love the homemade caesar dressing!
Mashed potatoes – Who doesn’t love piling tender pork and juices on a bed of mashed potatoes? If you want a classic version, try my CREME FRAICHE MASHED POTATOES. If you want to try something new, my CARAMELIZED ONION AND BACON MASHED POTATOES are a show stopper!
Dinner Rolls – I don’t know about you, but I’m a sucker for warm dinner rolls! I love sopping up any extra juices with a warm piece of bread. Try my foolproof FLUFFY DINNER ROLLS!
Dessert – No dinner party or gathering is complete without some dessert, am I right? Some of my favorite low effort/high reward desserts are my Apple Cider Donut Cake, SKILLET APPLE CRISP, and TEXAS SHEET CAKE.
Next time you’re in the mood for a cozy & comforting fall meal, try this Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder. It’s one of our fall favorites, and I know you will love it just as much as we do! If you do give it a try, be sure to let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo & tag @jennygoycochea on Instagram. I LOVE hearing about & seeing your SMF creations!
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APPLE CIDER BRAISED PORK SHOULDER
This Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder is an easy one-pot dinner recipe that is so cozy and perfect for the fall months. Tender pork cooked low and slow in a bath of fresh apple cider, onions, apples, and fresh herbs.
PREP TIME: 15MINUTES MINS COOK TIME: 3HOURS HRS 30MINUTES MINS TOTAL TIME: 3HOURS HRS 45MINUTES MINS
MAKES: 6 – 8 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS
4-5 lb pork shoulder, cut into large chunks (boneless or bone-in)
2 tablespoons neutral oil
2 cups fresh apple cider
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dehydrated minced onion
1 head of garlic, top sliced off opposite of the root end
3 rosemary sprigs
4 thyme sprigs
1 red onion, cut into thick slices
2 firm and slightly tart apples*, peeled and cut into wedges
kosher salt
freshly cracked black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
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