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Dark Pork Shoulder with Black Cherry Reduction
This Dark Pork Shoulder with Black Cherry Reduction is a savory and slightly sweet dish that’s perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners. The pork shoulder is slow-cooked to tender perfection and paired with a luxurious reduction sauce made from black cherries, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of honey. The dish boasts a balance of robust flavors, making it a standout centerpiece for your table. Serve it with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes to create a meal to remember. With simple preparation steps and bold results, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced cooks.
Ingredients
- 4 lb Pork Shoulder (1816 calories)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil (240 calories)
- 1 cup Black Cherries, pitted (77 calories)
- 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar (50 calories)
- 2 tbsp Honey (128 calories)
- 1 cup Chicken Stock (15 calories)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (8 calories)
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme (3 calories)
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (2 calories)
- 1 tsp Salt (0 calories)
Instructions
Prepare the Pork Shoulder:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels and rub with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.Sear the Pork:
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.Create the Base:
Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in chicken stock to deglaze the pan, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.Braise the Pork:
Add black cherries and balsamic vinegar to the pan. Cover with a lid or foil and transfer to the oven. Cook for 2.5 hours, basting occasionally.Make the Reduction:
Remove the pork from the pan and set aside to rest. Strain the cooking liquid into a small saucepan. Add honey and simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens to a syrupy consistency.Serve:
Slice the pork shoulder and drizzle with the black cherry reduction. Serve warm with your choice of sides.
This recipe is approximately 2339 calories and serves six. Each serving will be approximately 390 calories. This recipe should take roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 3 hours to cook. This is a total time of 3 hours and 20 minutes.
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