Description
This Savory Braised Hawaiian Pork Shoulder recipe is a comforting dish that transports you to tropical shores with its rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Pork Shoulder (Boston butt can be used as a substitute.)
- 1 tablespoon Hawaiian Salt (Regular sea salt works if needed.)
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar (Coconut sugar is a good alternative.)
- 1 tablespoon Paprika (Smoked paprika lends an extra flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin (Ground coriander can be substituted.)
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Canola Oil (Olive oil is an alternative.)
- 1 large Onion (Yellow or white onions are suitable.)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (Ground ginger can be used instead.)
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Pineapple Juice (Orange juice can be substituted.)
- 2 cups Chicken Stock (Vegetable stock can be used for a lighter option.)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine brown sugar, Hawaiian salt, paprika, cumin, coriander, and black pepper.
- Cut the pork shoulder into four equal pieces and tie each with butcher’s twine. Generously season each piece with the spice mixture.
- Set your oven to 300°F (150°C). Heat canola oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the pork portions to the pot and sear them until golden brown on all sides, then set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onions, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until fragrant—about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in pineapple juice and chicken stock, stirring to combine. Return seared pork to the pot.
- Cover and braise in the preheated oven for about 2 1/2 hours, or until pork is fork-tender.
- Remove the pork and broil for 2 minutes to caramelize the surface.
- Slice or shred the pork and serve hot with rice or in tacos.
Notes
- Serve with rice or in tacos for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, marinate the pork overnight.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 135 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Savory Braised Hawaiian Pork