Maple-Glazed Pork Shoulder with Apples & Sauerkraut

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

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A savory-sweet slow-cooked pork shoulder braised with tart apples and tangy sauerkraut, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (gluten-free, dairy-free), ready in about 495 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs pork shoulder
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp coconut aminos
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
2 medium, thinly sliced apples
1 cup, drained sauerkraut
3 medium, chopped carrots
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 lbs pork shoulder in the slow cooker, then top with 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 3 tbsp coconut aminos, and 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, ensuring even coating.
Step 2: Arrange 2 medium thinly sliced apples and 1 cup drained sauerkraut over the pork, then scatter 3 medium chopped carrots and 3 minced garlic cloves on top.
Step 3: Sprinkle with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours until pork pulls apart easily.