Schweinsbraten

Indulge in this hearty German Schweinsbraten, featuring tender pork shoulder seasoned with garlic and caraway, slow-roasted to perfection. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or festive gatherings, it’s a dish that warms the soul.

• 2 kg pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons caraway seeds
• 1 large onion
• 2 tablespoons oil

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Score the skin of the pork shoulder in a crisscross pattern and rub the sea salt, black pepper, and minced garlic all over the pork.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a large, oven-proof pot over medium-high heat, and sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned.

4. 4

   Remove the pork from the pot. Add the sliced onion and caraway seeds, sautéing until the onion is translucent.

5. 5

   Place the pork back in the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Cover the pot with a lid or foil.

6. 6

   Roast in the preheated oven for about 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).

7. 7

   Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

8. 8

   Serve with dumplings and sauerkraut, if desired.