Slow-Roasted Pork with Pineapple-Ginger Glaze

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender pork shoulder braised in a sweet-tart pineapple-ginger sauce, served with steamed rice for an authentic island-inspired dinner. This hawaiian-inspired one pot ready in about 105 minutes pairs pork shoulder, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.

★ 4.1 (14 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 75 min Serves 4 Hawaiian cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Add 1.5 lbs pork shoulder cubes and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup pineapple juice and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until pork is fork-tender.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until smooth. Stir into the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 1/4 cup pineapple chunks and serve with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork with Pineapple-Ginger Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 105 minutes (30 min prep + 75 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 Pork with Pineapple-Ginger 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 Slow-Roasted Pork with Pineapple-Ginger 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 Slow-Roasted Pork with Pineapple-Ginger 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 Slow-Roasted Pork with Pineapple-Ginger Glaze?

Hawaiian 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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