Description
Garlic Onion Braised Pork is a savory delight that features tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork shoulder infused with the sweet aroma of caramelized onions and the boldness of garlic. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings, ensuring you impress your guests without fuss. The rich flavors and stunning presentation will have everyone asking for seconds, making it a go-to favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs pork shoulder
- 3 large yellow onions, thickly sliced
- 10 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the pork shoulder dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove the pork and add sliced onions and garlic to the pot; sauté until translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pot.
- Return the pork to the pot, cover tightly, and braise on low heat for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Shred or slice the pork and serve with onion-garlic sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg