Miller's Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables

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Fall-off-the-bone pork shoulder simmered in a malty beer sauce with carrots, parsnips, and thyme, for a comforting, slow-cooked feast. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 140 minutes pairs pounds pork shoulder, lager beer, medium, peeled and chopped carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 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.

★ 4.3 (10 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 120 min Serves 4 American cuisine 510 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat pork shoulder dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until melted, then sear pork for 5 minutes per side until deeply browned.
  2. Step 2: Add chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened, then stir in chopped carrots and parsnips. Pour in lager beer and add fresh thyme; bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low.
  3. Step 3: Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and simmer on the stovetop over low heat for 2 hours, or until pork is fork-tender and pulls away from the bone.
  4. Step 4: Remove pork and vegetables, then strain the cooking liquid into a small saucepan. Whisk in 2 tablespoons flour and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened and glossy. Return pork and vegetables to the sauce, tossing to coat, and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miller's Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 140 minutes (20 min prep + 120 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 Miller's Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables?

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 pounds pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miller's Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables?

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 Miller's Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables 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 Miller's Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables?

American slow cooker 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.

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