Slow-Roasted British Pork Shoulder with Apple and Sage
Tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder infused with fresh sage and sweet apple slices, a comforting dish inspired by classic British Sunday roasts. This british-inspired pork ready in about 280 minutes pairs (900g), bone-in pork shoulder, leaves, chopped fresh sage leaves, large, cored and sliced apple for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 2 lbs (900g), bone-in pork shoulder
- 15 leaves, chopped fresh sage leaves
- 1 large, cored and sliced apple
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp sea salt
- 1 tsp, freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup chicken stock
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Rub 2 lbs pork shoulder all over with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp sea salt, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 15 chopped fresh sage leaves.
- Step 2: Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan, scatter 1 large sliced apple around it, and pour 1/2 cup dry white wine and 1 cup chicken stock into the pan.
- Step 3: Cover the roasting pan tightly with foil and roast in the oven for 4 hours, basting with pan juices every hour.
- Step 4: After 4 hours, remove the foil and increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Roast uncovered for an additional 20 minutes to crisp the pork skin.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let the pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving with apples and pan juices.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Roasted British Pork Shoulder with Apple and Sage take to make?
Total time is about 280 minutes (20 min prep + 260 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 Slow-Roasted British Pork Shoulder with Apple and Sage?
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 (900g), bone-in pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted British Pork Shoulder with Apple and Sage?
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 Slow-Roasted British Pork Shoulder with Apple and Sage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Roasted British Pork Shoulder with Apple and Sage?
British 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.
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