Braised Pork Ragu with Herbs
A hearty Italian-inspired pork ragu made with tender braised meat, fresh herbs, and a hint of zesty flavor.
Ingredients
- ●2 pounds pork shouldercut into 2-inch cubes
- ●2 tablespoons zesty Italian seasoningdried herbs
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsleychopped
- ●2 tablespoons olive oil
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ●1 cup red wine
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the pork cubes on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
- 3
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the zesty Italian seasoning and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
- 7
Add the red wine and bring to a boil.
- 8
Return the browned pork to the pot and cover with a lid.
- 9
Transfer the pot to the oven and braise for 2 1/2 hours, or until the pork is tender.
- 10
Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve the braised pork over pasta or polenta, garnished with additional parsley if desired.