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Smoked Pulled Pork Shoulder
A big, forgiving cut that turns into fork-tender, juicy pulled pork with almost no active work - just a rub, low heat, and patience. This is the recipe that made backyard smoking famous, and it is the best place for a total beginner to start.
Prep20 min
Cook12 hr
Total13 hr
ServingsServes 10-12
DifficultyEasy
Rating★ 4.2
Why You'll Love This
- Feeds a crowd from one inexpensive cut of meat
- Nearly hands-off cooking once it is on the smoker
- Forgiving of small temperature swings, perfect for a first smoke
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A Few Ingredients
- 1 (8 to 9 lb) bone-in pork shoulder (Boston butt)
- 3 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- … and 9 more
First Step
The night before, pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels and trim any silver skin, leaving most of the fat cap in place - it will render and self-baste the meat.
