Beer Braised Pork Shoulder
Beer adds rich flavor to this braised pork shoulder. Serve it in sandwiches or serve it with potatoes, beans, or mac and cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 5 pounds boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups beer
- Split toasted buns (optional), for serving
- Barbecue sauce (optional), for serving
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Combine the salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, ground mustard, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, as desired. Rub the pork shoulder roast all over with the spice mixture. Wrap the pork in plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for an hour.1 tbsp kosher salt | 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper | 2 tbsp chili powder | 2 tsp garlic powder | 1 tsp ground mustard | 5 pounds boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt) | 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- Preheat the oven to 300°F.
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Sear the roast on all sides, about 12 to 15 minutes total.1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Remove the roast to a plate and set aside.
- Add onions to the Dutch oven and cook, stirring, until lightly browned. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute longer.1 large onion | 4 cloves garlic
- Return the roast to the pan and add the beer; bring to a boil.1 1/2 cups beer
- Cover the pan and transfer to the oven.
- Cook for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours, until the roast is very tender and falling apart. Remove the meat and shred, discarding fat and gristle.
- Serve in split toasted buns with barbecue sauce, if desired.Split toasted buns (optional) | Barbecue sauce (optional)
Skim fat if needed. After braising, skim the excess fat from the liquid, then toss with the shredded pork.
Notes
Nutritional information is based on a third-party application and should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on brands, ingredient measurements, and serving variations.
Nutrition
Calories: 427kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 54gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 1092mgPotassium: 1056mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 594IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 4mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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