Algerian-Style Braised Pork Shoulder
Slow-cooked pork shoulder in a rich and flavorful Algerian tagine-inspired sauce, perfect for a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
- ●2 pounds pork shoulderboneless
- ●2 tablespoons olive oil
- ●1 large onion
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●1 tablespoon ginger
- ●1 teaspoon cumin
- ●1 teaspoon coriander
- ●1/2 teaspoon paprika
- ●1 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
Season the pork shoulder with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion to the pot. Cook until the onion is softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and paprika to the pot. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 6
Add 1 cup of water to the pot and bring to a simmer.
- 7
Return the pork shoulder to the pot and cover with a lid.
- 8
Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and braise the pork for 2 1/2 hours, or until tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- 9
Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- 10
Shred the pork with two forks and stir to coat with the sauce.
- 11
Serve the pork hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired.