Slow-Braised Pork Shoulder
Slow braised pork shoulder is the ultimate comfort dish, delivering melt-in-your-mouth meat with deep, rich flavour and minimal effort.
Slowly cooked over several hours, the pork becomes incredibly tender as the connective tissue breaks down, creating juicy, pull-apart meat perfect for serving with hearty sides.
This slow cooked pork shoulder recipe uses gentle braising to lock in moisture while building layers of flavour. Whether you’re preparing it for a family roast or weekend entertaining, the result is consistently tender pork with a rich sauce formed during the slow cooking process.
Perfect for make-ahead meals, this roast pork recipe is versatile, forgiving, and ideal for anyone looking for a foolproof slow cooking method that delivers restaurant-quality results at home.
Ingredients
- Otway Pork Shoulder
- 1 whole onion (cut in half) 1/4cup white wine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Olive oil
- 4 potatoes (quartered)
- Salt and pepperÂ
Method
Preheat the oven to 160°C (fan forced).Â
In a large cast iron pot, add olive oil and the pork shoulder.Â
Season with salt and pepper, then bring to a simmer. Slightly reduce the heat and pour in the white wine.Â
Add the chicken stock and seasonings to the pot, cover with the lid, and place it in the oven for 3.5 hours. In the last 30 minutes, add the quartered potatoes. Finish with fresh thyme and bay leaves on top of the slow roast pork.
