Ingredients for - Asian-Inspired Braised Pork Shoulder

1. Ground ginger ¼ teaspoon
2. Garlic powder ¼ teaspoon
3. Dried rosemary ¼ teaspoon
4. Dried thyme ¼ teaspoon
5. Salt ⅛ teaspoon
6. Wasabi powder (Optional) ⅛ teaspoon
7. Boneless pork shoulder roast, or to taste, trimmed 1 (4 pound)
8. Water 5 cups
9. Soy sauce 1 cup
10. Star anise, broken in half 2
11. Green onion, cut into 4 pieces 1

How to cook deliciously - Asian-Inspired Braised Pork Shoulder

1 . Stage

Combine ginger, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, salt, and wasabi powder in a small bowl.

2 . Stage

Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat.

3 . Stage

Rub spice mixture all over pork and transfer to the hot pot. Brown for 8 to 10 minutes per side.

4 . Stage

Add water, soy sauce, star anise, and green onion. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook for 1 1/2 hours, occasionally basting with cooking liquid. Turn roast over, cover, and continue to cook and baste until fork-tender, about 1 1/2 hours more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

5 . Stage

Remove from the pot and place on a serving dish. Let rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.