Pork and Potatoes with Orange Juice and Cola
Treat your taste buds to the bold and savory flavors of Pork and Potatoes with Orange Juice and Cola. This one-pot recipe masterfully balances tender chunks of pork, hearty potatoes, and a rich, caramelized sauce infused with the surprising combination of zesty orange juice and sweet cola. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, onion, and a touch of paprika and thyme, this dish simmers to perfection, creating a symphony of flavors that’s both comforting and complex. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this recipe is quick to prep, requires minimal cleanup, and pairs wonderfully with a fresh green salad or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce. Bursting with unique and unexpected ingredients, this dish is sure to impress at any gathering while keeping effort low and rewards high.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds pork shoulder or pork loin
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup cola
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the pork into 1-inch cubes and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and thyme. Set aside.
Peel and chop the potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Place them in a bowl of water to prevent browning while preparing the other ingredients.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and sear them in batches until browned on all sides. Remove the pork and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Sauté the onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Drain the potatoes and add them to the skillet. Stir well to coat them in the butter and onion mixture.
Pour in the orange juice and cola. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate all the browned bits for flavor.
Return the pork cubes to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and let simmer for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender and the potatoes are cooked through. The sauce should thicken slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.0 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.5 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 3067 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.5 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.1 g | ||
| Protein | 147.1 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 6499 mg | 138% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
