Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Rosemary
Slow-braised pork shoulder simmered in a rich beer broth with garlic and rosemary for a tender, flavorful dinner. This american-inspired pork ready in about 260 minutes pairs pork shoulder, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs pork shoulder
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 6, crushed garlic cloves
- 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 12 oz amber beer
- 1 large, sliced onion
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Season the 4 lbs pork shoulder evenly with 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Step 2: Add the pork shoulder and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 6 crushed garlic cloves and 1 large sliced onion to the pot and sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Step 4: Pour in 12 oz amber beer and 1 cup chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Step 5: Return the pork shoulder to the pot, add 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to low.
- Step 6: Simmer gently for 3-4 hours until the pork is fork-tender, turning the meat every hour.
- Step 7: Remove the pork, discard rosemary, and reduce the cooking liquid over medium-high heat for 10 minutes until slightly thickened to serve as a sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 260 minutes (20 min prep + 240 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Rosemary?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Rosemary?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Rosemary for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Rosemary?
American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
