Braised Pork Neck Bones, Down-Home Style

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Braised Pork Neck Bones, Down-Home Style, plated and ready to serve

Neck bones are one of soul food’s great budget-stretching traditions, turned tender and flavorful through nothing more than time and a well-seasoned pot. This is the kind of unfussy, patient dish that anchored family dinners for generations.

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Ingredients for Braised Pork Neck Bones, Down-Home Style

Braised Pork Neck Bones, Down-Home Style

Pork neck bones simmered for hours in a peppery onion broth until deeply tender and full of flavor.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 390kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs pork neck bones
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat avocado oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown neck bones in batches, about 3–4 minutes per side.
  • Add onion and garlic, cooking 3–4 minutes until softened.
  • Pour in broth and add smoked paprika and red pepper flakes.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, until meat is very tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper, skim excess fat, and serve with the broth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 390kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 28g | Fiber: 1g
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Health Benefits

  • A long, slow braise breaks down connective tissue and extracts collagen into the broth.
  • An economical cut that delivers deep flavor without needing added fat.
  • Naturally low-carb and gluten-free as written.

Pairs Well With

  • Smoked Turkey Collard Greens
  • Cauliflower "Potato" Salad, Mustard Style
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