Pork and Apple Cider Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender pork shoulder braised in apple cider with aromatic vegetables and warming spices.

By RecipeBoss

Servings

Time Required

3 hr

Ingredients

3 lbs pork shoulder

4 cups apple cider

2 medium yellow onion

3 medium carrots

3 medium celery stalks

4 cloves garlic

0.25 cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp dijon mustard

4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs

1 leaf bay leaf

1.5 tsp salt

0.5 tsp black pepper

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1
Cut the pork shoulder into 1.5-inch cubes. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
2
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear the pork cubes in batches until browned on all sides. Remove pork and set aside.
3
Add the chopped yellow onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
8 min
4
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
5
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
2 min
6
Pour in the apple cider, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer.
7
Return the seared pork to the pot. Add the Dijon mustard, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
8
Bring the stew to a gentle simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the pork is very tender.
2 hr
9
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
10
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

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