SMOKED PORK SHOULDER | PULLED PORK RECIPE | SOUTHER SMOKE BOSS

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: pork loin

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Pork loin is leaner, while chicken thighs offer a budget-friendly option.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade barbecue sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + vinegar

Homemade sauce can reduce sugar, while ketchup is a cost-effective alternative.

Apply yellow mustard all over the pork shoulder to create a base for the dry rub.

Generously cover the pork shoulder with the dry rub, ensuring it gets into the meat.

Wrap the seasoned pork shoulder and let it sit overnight in the refrigerator.

Prepare the smoker and ensure it is fired up with a water pan placed in the back corner.

Place the pork shoulder in the smoker and let it cook for 8 hours, adding wood to the firebox as needed.

After 8 hours, check the pork shoulder for tenderness by pulling at the meat.

Let the pork shoulder rest for 2 hours after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute.

Shred the pork using claws or forks and mix in barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar to taste.

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