
Pulled pork doesn't get more satisfying than this slow-braised, fork-tender shoulder that practically falls apart on its own after hours in the oven. A bold spice rub of fresh rosemary, turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon gets pressed into every crevice of the meat before it's seared in coconut oil until deeply golden — that crust is where so much of the flavor lives. The braising liquid is genuinely special: pomegranate juice, apple cider vinegar, bone broth, and honey come together into something tangy, subtly sweet, and rich all at once. Keeping this dish completely free of poultry is effortless here since every ingredient is built around pork, so there's no swapping, substituting, or second-guessing at the grocery store. The low-and-slow oven braise does the heavy lifting, and by the time you pull the lid off that Dutch oven, the whole kitchen smells incredible. Toss the shredded meat back into those glossy pan juices and it soaks up every last drop. Whether you pile it onto a roll, serve it over rice, or eat it straight from the pot, this one is a serious crowd-pleaser.
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Pat the pork shoulder completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the salt, chopped rosemary, turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork, pressing it into any crevices.
Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork shoulder and sear, turning with tongs every 3–4 minutes, until deeply browned on all sides, about 12–15 minutes total. Transfer the pork to a plate.
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