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Apple Cider Pork Roast

This dish features a pork roast cooked slowly with apple cider, creating tender meat infused with sweet and tart flavors. The combination of seared pork, aromatic spices, and a bubbling cider sauce results in a moist, flavorful entrée with a lightly thickened, glossy appearance, perfect for comforting meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pork roast: Shoulder or butt works best for tenderness
  • Apple cider: Adds natural sweetness and acidity
  • Onion: Builds a savory base
  • Garlic: Adds depth and warmth
  • Apples: Reinforce the cider flavor and soften into the sauce
  • Chicken or vegetable broth: Keeps the roast moist
  • Olive oil: For searing
  • Salt: Enhances all flavors
  • Black pepper: Adds mild heat
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary: Subtle herbal finish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or roasting pan: For even cooking
  • Large skillet: For searing the pork
  • Tongs: Easy handling
  • Sharp knife and cutting board: For prep and slicing

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set to 325°F (165°C)
  2. Season the pork: Salt and pepper generously
  3. Sear the roast: Brown all sides in a hot skillet with olive oil
  4. Prepare the base: Add onions, garlic, and apples to the roasting pan
  5. Add liquids: Pour in apple cider and broth
  6. Roast covered: Cook low and slow until fork-tender
  7. Uncover briefly: Allow the top to brown slightly if desired
  8. Rest and slice: Let sit before slicing or shredding