Low Carb OMAD Pork Shoulder with Sauteed Zucchini Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Quick Easy
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Low Carb OMAD Pork Shoulder with Sauteed Zucchini
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Description

This recipe offers a convenient and satisfying meal solution that's easy on the wallet. A flavorful pork shoulder, cooked in a pressure cooker, ensures maximum tenderness with minimal effort. A well-marbled pork shoulder is seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then seared until it develops a rich, golden-brown crust.

This searing process locks in the juices and adds depth of flavor to the final dish. After searing, fragrant garlic and thinly sliced onions are sautéed in the same pot, creating an aromatic foundation for the braising liquid. The pot is deglazed with chicken broth and a touch of soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a soy-free alternative), lifting up the browned bits from the bottom and infusing the sauce with even more flavor.

The seared pork shoulder is then returned to the pot, along with a bay leaf, and pressure cooked until it reaches a state of ultimate tenderness. The meat becomes so tender that it effortlessly pulls apart, practically melting in your mouth. The result is a deeply flavorful, succulent pork that is both comforting and satisfying.

This flavorful pork shoulder is served alongside sautéed yellow zucchini, cooked in olive oil until tender-crisp. The zucchini provides a light and refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the pork. A side of creamy, ripe avocados adds a luxurious touch, providing healthy fats and a smooth, velvety texture that complements the other components of the meal.

This recipe is designed to be filling and satisfying, easily providing enough for two generous servings. When possible, choose high-quality pork from a local source. Look for a well-marbled cut of pork shoulder for the best flavor and texture.

For those who desire more calories, feel free to increase the amount of olive oil used for sautéing the vegetables and add additional avocado.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
45 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 plate serving
C
Calories
1100 Kcal

C
Carbs
15 g
Fi
Fiber
5 g
Sugar
7 g

P
Protein
75 g

C
Fats
85 g
Saturated Fats 30 g
Unsaturated Fats 45 g

Cholestrol 200 mg
Sodium 700 mg
Potassium 900 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Pork Fresh Shoulder Blade Boston Roasts Or Steaks Separable Lean And Fat Raw
    Pork Fresh Shoulder Blade Boston Roasts Or Steaks Separable Lean And Fat Raw
    3 lb
    2.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    2 tsp
    3.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.5 tsp
    4.
    Avocado oil
    Avocado oil
    1.5 tbsp
    5.
    Chicken broth
    Chicken broth
    1 cup
    6.
    Tamari sauce
    Tamari sauce
    1 tbsp
    7.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    4 clove
    8.
    Bay leaf
    Bay leaf
    0.25 tsp
    9.
    Summer squash, cooked from fresh
    Summer squash, cooked from fresh
    1 small
    10.
    Extra virgin olive oil
    Extra virgin olive oil
    1.5 tbsp
    11.
    Avocado, black skin (Hass)
    Avocado, black skin (Hass)
    1 each
    12.
    Walnuts Dry Roasted With Salt
    Walnuts Dry Roasted With Salt
    2 oz

Instructions

    1.
    Season the pork shoulder with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides. Turn the Instant Pot on the saute setting and wait until it says “hot.” Add in the avocado oil.
    2.
    Place the seasoned pork shoulder into the pot and allow it to sear for several minutes until nicely browned. Flip the pork shoulder and repeat on the other side.
    3.
    Remove the pork shoulder to a plate. Add and smashed garlic cloves and the sliced white onion. Sure with a spoon until nicely browned. Take note that this recipe used one small onion cut into a julienne. The ingredient list above does not include it as it is not meant to be eaten after the pork is braised.
    4.
    Deglaze onions and garlic with a mixture of chicken broth and soy sauce, scrape the bottom to remove any browned bits from the bottom.
    5.
    Place the pork shoulder back into the Instant Pot and add a bay leaf. Set the pot on high pressure for an hour and a half.
    6.
    In the meantime, slice the yellow zucchini half lengthwise and then cut them into half-moon shapes about a half-inch thick.
    7.
    When you're ready to serve the pork, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil. Swirl the pan, add in the zucchini and cook until al dente. Season with 1/4 a teaspoon of kosher salt. Taste adding another pinch of salt if desired.
    8.
    Serve the tender pork shoulder with cooked yellow zucchini, avocados, and walnuts.