Citrus Free Pork and Apple Stew

Total time2 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 40 min

4.6

(10)

Warm, deeply savory, and just a little sweet from the Granny Smith apples, this pork shoulder stew is the kind of one-pot meal that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Pork and apple is a classic pairing, and here it gets an aromatic lift from fresh ginger, turmeric, and Ceylon cinnamon — flavors that build slowly and reward patience. The apple cider vinegar adds a gentle brightness that rounds out the richness of the seared pork without relying on any citrus fruit, juice, or zest, making it a genuinely safe and satisfying option for anyone avoiding that ingredient family. Searing the pork in batches before the long simmer is the move that locks in that deep, caramelized flavor you'd expect from a much more complicated dish. Bone broth keeps the base full-bodied and nourishing, while the carrots and celery soften into the stew and soak up every bit of those warming spices. By the time the lid comes off after that low-and-slow simmer, the pork is fork-tender and practically falling apart. A handful of fresh parsley over the top at the end keeps things feeling bright and fresh without any citrus in sight.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
2 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 cups bone broth
1 cup water
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh rosemary

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the pork cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp salt.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the pork in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown on at least two sides. Transfer the seared pork to a plate and set aside.

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