Better That Mean Chef S Recipe

Unleash your inner pitmaster with this unbelievably tender and flavorful pulled pork recipe! Inspired by a legendary chef's secret notes, this slow-cooked masterpiece boasts a rich, savory sauce that will have you coming back for seconds. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth perfection!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 608.1 kcal
Protein 132g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Better That Mean Chef S

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Better That Mean Chef S

  • Boneless Pork Loin Roast
  • Seasoned Flour
  • Olive Oil
  • Chicken Broth
  • Dry White Wine
  • Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 bay leaves

How to Make Better That Mean Chef S

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Generously coat a 3-4 lb pork shoulder roast with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. Let the coated roast stand for 5 minutes.
  4. Re-coat the roast with flour, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  6. Brown the pork roast on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, until nicely seared.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of chicken broth, 1/2 cup dry red wine, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 2 bay leaves.
  8. Pour the broth mixture over the browned roast in the Dutch oven.
  9. Cover the Dutch oven tightly.
  10. Bake for 1 hour, basting the roast with the pan juices every 15 minutes.
  11. Remove the roast from the Dutch oven and place it on a platter. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
  12. Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  13. Place the Dutch oven on the stovetop over medium heat. Bring the juices to a simmer, then reduce by half, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  14. Using two forks, shred the pork roast.
  15. Gently toss the shredded pork with the reduced sauce.
  16. Serve immediately on buns, or with your favorite sides. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

46g

Carbs

2g