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Braised Pork Ragu Recipe

A rich and hearty braised pork ragu, perfect for pasta or polenta.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Pork shoulder cut into chunks
  • 1 large Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Red wine
  • 28 oz Crushed tomatoes 1 can
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. 2. Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add a bit of oil and sear the pork chunks until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. 3. In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. 4. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
  5. 5. Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, and the browned pork. Stir to combine.
  6. 6. Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook for about 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and falling apart.
  7. 7. Remove from the oven, shred the pork with two forks, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. 8. Serve over pasta or polenta. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Braised, Pork, Ragu
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