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boston butt on pellet grill

boston butt on pellet grill

Smoky and juicy boston butt on pellet grill is perfect for any gathering. Learn how to make this flavorful pulled pork with our easy recipe today.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 13 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8-10 pounds Boston butt roast
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • to taste barbecue sauce (for serving)

Equipment

  • Pellet grill
  • Meat thermometer
  • Foil
  • Spray bottle for vinegar
  • Shallow pan

Method
 

  1. Pat the Boston butt dry with paper towels and mix the spices together in a small bowl.
  2. Generously coat the entire surface of the meat with the spice mixture and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  3. Set the pellet grill to 225°F using your preferred wood pellets (hickory or applewood recommended) and place a shallow pan with apple cider vinegar and chicken broth inside.
  4. Once the grill reaches temperature, lay the Boston butt fat-side-up directly on the grates.
  5. Cook it slowly, without opening the lid frequently, until it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (approximately 1.5 hours per pound).
  6. Around the 4-hour mark, spritz the meat with apple cider vinegar every hour.
  7. Once the internal temperature hits 195°F, wrap the Boston butt tightly in foil and let it rest for at least an hour.
  8. Shred the meat using two forks and toss it with your favorite barbecue sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for its ease and irresistible taste. It's a dish that will showcase your culinary skills!
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