Vinegar-Braised Pork with Sour Fruit Chutney

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-03 · Updated 2026-08-03

Slow-simmered pork shoulder braised in tangy vinegar and paired with a vibrant sour fruit chutney for a perfect balance of flavors. This Latin American-inspired slow-cooker recipe, ready in about 140 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, apple cider vinegar, water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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, cut into 2-inch chunks pork shoulder
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 2 medium, sliced carrots
• 4, smashed garlic cloves
• 1/3 cup dried sour cherries
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 2 lbs pork shoulder chunks and brown on all sides for 6-8 minutes.
2. Step 2: Add 1 large chopped onion, 2 sliced carrots, and 4 smashed garlic cloves to the pot, stirring and cooking for 4 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 cup water, 1/3 cup dried sour cherries, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Step 4: Bring mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook gently for 2 hours until pork is tender and sauce thickens.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving over rice or crusty bread.