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Smoked Pork Shoulder

Cultural Context

Smoked pork shoulder, often referred to as pulled pork, is a staple of Southern barbecue culture in the United States. Traditionally, it is slow-cooked over wood smoke, allowing the meat to become tender and flavorful. This dish is often served at gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the communal spirit of barbecue. Today, variations can be found across the globe, with different regions incorporating local spices and cooking methods.

AmericanUSmain
480 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 pounds pork shoulder
beer
soy sauce
Bushido sauce
oak wood
charcoal

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: pork tenderloin

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are a more affordable protein option.

1

Introduce the recipe and mention marinating the pork shoulder in beer for about three days.

2

State the marinade consists of two parts beer, one part soy sauce, and one part Bushido sauce.

3

Prepare the smoker, mentioning it can be a charcoal or electric smoker, and show the use of oak wood and charcoal.

4

Use a chimney starter with old newspaper to ignite the charcoal, waiting about 15-20 minutes until the coals are ready with a gray color on top.

5

Place the ready charcoal in the smoker and allow it to reheat well before adding the meat.

6

Soak cedar planks in water for about two hours to enhance the smoky flavor.

7

Place the marinated pork shoulder on the middle rack of the smoker and mention it will take about three to four hours to cook, depending on the size of the pieces.

8

Check the temperature of the smoker, ensuring it's consistent at 225 degrees Fahrenheit.

9

Cook the pork for about an hour per pound, flipping it occasionally to achieve charcoal marks on all sides.

Cooking Techniques

smoking

Equipment Needed

charcoal smokerchimney startercedar planks

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Pulled PorkPork Butt

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