Apple Cider And Gochujang Braised Pork Recipe

gochujang

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red chili paste

Sriracha offers a similar heat with less sweetness.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Chicken thighs reduce fat while maintaining moisture.

Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add pork shoulder, browning on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in apple cider, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, scraping up any browned bits.

Add gochujang, brown sugar, black pepper, and bay leaves, stirring to combine.

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Cook for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until pork is tender and easily shredded.

Remove pork from pot and let rest for 10 minutes before shredding.

Strain the braising liquid, discarding solids, and return liquid to pot.

Simmer the liquid until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.

Return shredded pork to the pot, stirring to coat in the sauce.

Serve hot, garnished with sliced scallions and carrots.

Cooking Techniques

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