Pork Shoulder in Sauce

We start by preparing the meat, which will be the base of this delicious dish. We wash the pieces of meat well under a stream of cold water, then carefully dry them using paper towels to remove excess water. We cut the meat into slices of appropriate thickness, ensuring that each piece will be well cooked during boiling. The next step involves cleaning the vegetables. The onion and carrot are the essential ingredients we will use, so we carefully peel them and cut them in half.

In a large pot, we add the cut meat, onion, and carrot, along with a few peppercorns and a bay leaf to add flavor. We sprinkle salt to taste and cover everything with water. We bring the pot to the heat and let it boil over medium heat. It is important to be patient, as the meat needs to boil until it becomes tender and well cooked. After the meat has boiled, we turn off the stove and remove the onion and carrot, which will be used later to prepare the sauce.

For the sauce, we take the boiled onion, chop it finely, and the boiled carrot, which we cut into rounds. We also chop the peeled tomatoes into small cubes. In a separate pot, we heat the oil and add the onion, carrot, and tomatoes. We transfer the pot to the stove and let the ingredients boil for 2-3 minutes, so they release their flavors. After this stage, we add water, tomato paste, mustard, salt, pepper, sweet paprika, and a sprig of thyme, mixing well to combine all the flavors.

Now it is time to add the boiled pieces of meat to this flavorful sauce. We let everything boil over medium heat, being careful to stir occasionally. When the sauce has thickened and the meat is well covered with its flavors, we clean the garlic, crush it, and incorporate it into the dish, letting it boil for another 1-2 minutes for the flavors to combine. The dish is served hot, alongside pickles or a fresh salad, providing a pleasant contrast of textures and flavors. Enjoy your meal!