Paleo Pork Bone Broth

Nourish your body and soul with this Paleo Pork Bone Broth, a nutrient-dense elixir brimming with rich, savory flavor. Crafted from roasted pork bones—including neck bones, trotters, and knuckles—for a robust depth, this slow-cooked broth is enhanced with wholesome vegetables, fresh thyme, and a touch of apple cider vinegar to extract every last drop of goodness. Simmered low and slow for up to 24 hours, this collagen-packed broth is a perfect base for soups or stews, or can be sipped warm for a comforting, gut-healing treat. Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and packed with minerals, this homemade pork bone broth is a must-have staple for your clean eating arsenal.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:720 mins

Total Time:735 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork bones (preferably a mix of neck bones, trotters, and knuckles)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 10 cups water
• 1 large onion, quartered
• 2 medium carrots, cut into chunks
• 2 celery stalks, cut into chunks
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• 10 black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 3 fresh thyme sprigs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the pork bones on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are nicely browned.

Step 3

Transfer the roasted bones to a large stockpot or slow cooker.

Step 4

Add the apple cider vinegar to the pot, then pour in 10 cups of water, ensuring the bones are fully submerged.

Step 5

Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes without heat. This allows the vinegar to start breaking down the bones, maximizing nutrient extraction.

Step 6

Add the quartered onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and sea salt to the pot.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a gentle simmer on the stovetop over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low so that the broth barely bubbles.

Step 8

Cover and cook for a minimum of 12 hours and up to 24 hours on low heat for a rich and flavorful broth. If using a slow cooker, set it on low for the same duration.

Step 9

During cooking, occasionally skim the foam and any impurities that float to the top, using a skimmer or a spoon.

Step 10

In the last hour of cooking, add the thyme sprigs for additional flavor.

Step 11

After cooking, remove the pot from heat. Carefully strain the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a large bowl or another pot, discarding the solids.

Step 12

Allow the broth to cool to room temperature, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Step 13

Chill the broth overnight so any fat that solidifies on top can be easily removed the next day.

Step 14

Reheat when ready to use and enjoy the broth on its own or as a base for soups or stews.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4284.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3146.2

Total Fat 206.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 816.5mg	0%
Sodium 3595.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 252.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 721.2mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 4276.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.5%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 6.5%