Cider Braised Pot Roast: A Juicy Twist with Caramelized Onions and Cauliflower Rice
Cider Braised Pot Roast is a flavorful dish that brings a juicy twist to traditional pot roast, enhanced with caramelized onions and served over cauliflower rice.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 3 pounds pot roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups onions, sliced
- 2 cups cider
- 1 cup beef broth
- 4 cups cauliflower rice
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pot roast on all sides until browned.
- Remove the roast and add sliced onions to the skillet, cooking until caramelized.
- Deglaze the pan with cider and scrape up any browned bits.
- Add the beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Return the pot roast to the skillet and cover.
- Transfer to the oven and braise for 3-4 hours, until tender.
- While the roast cooks, prepare the cauliflower rice according to package instructions.
- Serve the braised pot roast over cauliflower rice, topped with caramelized onions.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vinegar to the braising liquid.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cider Braised Pot Roast, Caramelized Onions, Cauliflower Rice