Hawaiian-Style Pork Shoulder with Pineapple Glaze
Tender pork shoulder slow-cooked in a sweet-tart pineapple glaze with ginger and garlic, capturing the spirit of Polynesian feasts. This polynesian-inspired asian ready in about 195 minutes pairs pork shoulder, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 1.5 lbs pork shoulder
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat the 1.5 lbs pork shoulder dry, season with salt and pepper, then rub with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
- Step 2: Place pork in a roasting pan, pour 1/2 cup pineapple juice around it, cover tightly with foil, and roast at 325°F for 2 hours until fork-tender.
- Step 3: Remove pork and set aside. Strain pan juices into a saucepan, discard solids.
- Step 4: Add 1/2 cup pineapple chunks and 1/4 cup brown sugar to the strained juices, simmer for 10 minutes until pineapple softens.
- Step 5: Whisk 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water, stir into saucepan, and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 6: Return pork to pan, spoon sauce over it, and cook uncovered for 30 minutes, turning to coat evenly.
- Step 7: Slice pork, drizzle with 1 tsp sesame oil, and serve with extra sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hawaiian-Style Pork Shoulder with Pineapple Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 195 minutes (15 min prep + 180 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 Hawaiian-Style Pork Shoulder with Pineapple Glaze?
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 Hawaiian-Style Pork Shoulder with Pineapple Glaze?
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 Hawaiian-Style Pork Shoulder with Pineapple Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Hawaiian-Style Pork Shoulder with Pineapple Glaze?
Polynesian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
