Pork Shoulder Steaks

Store raw pork shoulder steaks in their original packaging or tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or foil. Ensure it's kept on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator to prevent any drips contaminating other foods.

Because pork shoulder steaks have a good amount of fat and connective tissue, they benefit from slower cooking methods like braising or slow roasting to become tender.

For quicker cooking like grilling or pan-searing, ensure the steaks are not too thick, or consider tenderizing them first.

Pork shoulder steaks pair well with robust flavors like garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, and apple or mustard-based sauces.

Roasted root vegetables (carrots, potatoes, parsnips)

Apple sauce or chutney

Creamy mashed potatoes

Braised greens (collard greens, kale)

Barbecue sauce

Mustard-based sauces

Cooking pork shoulder steaks too quickly at high heat can result in a tough, dry piece of meat because the connective tissues haven't had time to break down.

Not allowing the meat to rest after cooking can cause juices to run out, leading to a less moist final product.