Boston Butt (Pork Shoulder)

Boston Butt (Pork Shoulder)

Are you looking for a delicious and easy way to cook pork shoulder without breaking the back? This simple and flavorful low and slow recipe is bursting with flavour. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or looking for a comforting dinner, this recipe is sure to impress

24/04/23

Prep Time

15 mins

Cooking Time

8 Hours

Serves

6 to 8

Fuel

Solid Fuel

Ingredients

Method

01.

Preheat your smoker to 225F/107C.

02.

Trim off the hard fat, leaving a thin layer of fat on top of the butt

03.

Lightly apply oil over the whole butt to help the rub stick. Apply a thick coatin of the BBQ rub

04.

Place the boston butt/pork shoulder on the smoker rack, fat side up

05.

Smoke at 225F/107C for approximately 8 hours or until the pork's internal temperature hits 203F/95C

06.

Remove from smoker and allow to rest for 15 mins. Pull pork apart using forks or tongs

07.

Serve & Enjoy!

Tips

  • Make your own BBQ rub with pantry staple ingredients such as paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper etc
  • Keep the meat moist by spritzing the pork with apple juice or apple cider vinegar every 45 to an hour
  • Serve as a Sunday roast with mashed potatoes and grilled veggies on the side or turn into a pulled pork sandwich

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