Step 1 Season one 7–9-lb. skinless, bone-in pork shoulder, fat cap trimmed to ¼”, patted dry, all over with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (about 1 tsp. salt per pound is a good rule of thumb, so don’t be shy here). Let sit at room temperature at least 30 minutes and up to … Read more
Practiced hosts know the truth: Pork shoulder recipes take the stress out of even the biggest party. The large-format cut of meat is forgiving and flavorful, scaling well to feed a group without any extra effort. And while pulled pork sandwiches may come to mind first and foremost, there’s a lot more you can do … Read more
This take on a classic Sri Lankan curry is particularly unique due to its use of black pepper, which has a slow-building heat that creeps up on you. Black pepper doesn’t contain capsaicin, the substance responsible for chiles’ spiciness; instead it possesses a compound called piperine that gives it a warming intensity. (Peppercorns tend to … Read more
Step 1 Pat 3 lb. boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt), fat cap trimmed if needed, cut into 4 pieces, dry; season generously on all sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil in a medium Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high. Working in 2 batches, cook … Read more