One-Pot Pork Shoulder with White Wine and Garlic

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A deeply flavorful, fall-off-the-bone pork shoulder cooked slowly in a rich white wine and garlic sauce, ideal for a comforting weeknight meal. This mediterranean-inspired one pot ready in about 140 minutes pairs pork shoulder, white wine, minced garlic 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 120 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season 1.5 lb pork shoulder with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup diced onion, 1/2 cup chopped carrots, and 1/2 cup chopped celery to the pot, cooking for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp dried thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup white wine, scraping the pot bottom to release browned bits, and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce. Add 1 cup beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Step 4: Cover with a tight-fitting lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour and 45 minutes, or until pork is fork-tender. Remove lid and simmer 15 minutes to thicken sauce slightly.
  5. Step 5: Discard excess fat, then serve pork shoulder with vegetables and sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Pork Shoulder with White Wine and Garlic 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 One-Pot Pork Shoulder with White Wine and Garlic?

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 One-Pot Pork Shoulder with White Wine and Garlic?

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 One-Pot Pork Shoulder with White Wine and Garlic 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 One-Pot Pork Shoulder with White Wine and Garlic?

Mediterranean one pot 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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