Just because nobody asks, here is my opinion: Not a fan of bark on a pork cut of any kind, unless it's a brat. Bark on a pork is just wrong. I think when pork is done right it's juicy and tender all the way through and you don't need bark to cover up any dry or tough parts. When you do get bark on pork, then it's most likely going to be dried out on the outside. Why would you want that? For me pork shoulder is the ultimate cut of meat for a slow cooker / smoker.
The key is low n slow. Most bbq channels on yt do pork butts at 275 or higher for 8 hours or so. My recteq has a 180 degree super smoke setting so I do 10-12 hours at 180 before turning the temp up for finish. Total cook time is usually around 15 hours and completely worth it.
I donāt understand the pellet grill haters. Itās the only smoker I have and I make some good barbecue on it. Big smoke rings, good bark. Family and friends always compliment my bbq. By the way, I just finished making pork butt. I used the Honey Hog rub- so good!
So, on my pro 575 ive found that within the first year. Wrapping served me right. After a couple years of use, ive found that no wrap cooks work better on my smoker. 6lb tri tip @225 for 6 jrs came out with bark like a texas brisket. Same with the pork shoulders.
Just failed my first smoke today was a pork butt it came out overcooked didnāt pull at all canāt wait for next smoke tho because now I realize my mistakes like adding more fuel when my butt hit a stall, adding too much fuel and not keeping a steady ambient temp good learning experience for sure
You really just leave it on for 10 hours? No spritz? No pan with apple juice? No injection? No nothing and you're able to pull it like regular pulled pork?
Just did this with a rub i made to look like gospel. Was my first time doing a long cook on my Traeger. Came out so good. The bark was bonkers. Over here in Maryland thatās the TRUTH!
I never wrap anything. it's fine as long as you maintain humidity
Just because nobody asks, here is my opinion: Not a fan of bark on a pork cut of any kind, unless it's a brat. Bark on a pork is just wrong. I think when pork is done right it's juicy and tender all the way through and you don't need bark to cover up any dry or tough parts. When you do get bark on pork, then it's most likely going to be dried out on the outside. Why would you want that? For me pork shoulder is the ultimate cut of meat for a slow cooker / smoker.
I smoke a pork butt wrapped it at 165 pulled it off at 200 fed 45 people they all gave great compliments and the smoked turkey
I've never wrapped them or brisket š¤
The key is low n slow. Most bbq channels on yt do pork butts at 275 or higher for 8 hours or so. My recteq has a 180 degree super smoke setting so I do 10-12 hours at 180 before turning the temp up for finish. Total cook time is usually around 15 hours and completely worth it.
Matt you should upgrade your Traeger with PimpMyGrill grates and sidewalls. I did it in my Ironwood 885 and it was totally worth it!
Got one cooking right now. Base layer of spg and a top layer of Honey Hog
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I would be lost without your rubs. Always my go to. Iāve never veered once I found them
I donāt understand the pellet grill haters. Itās the only smoker I have and I make some good barbecue on it. Big smoke rings, good bark. Family and friends always compliment my bbq. By the way, I just finished making pork butt. I used the Honey Hog rub- so good!
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Canāt wait to try – From Australia
Did 2 10 pounders overnight – Both of them were GONE in less than 2 hours!
The first time I smoked a pork butt, it came out with the taste and texture of a ham. My second attempt is on the smoker right now.
Fat side up or down? Do you spritz throughout?
So, on my pro 575 ive found that within the first year. Wrapping served me right. After a couple years of use, ive found that no wrap cooks work better on my smoker. 6lb tri tip @225 for 6 jrs came out with bark like a texas brisket. Same with the pork shoulders.
Yāall a bucees! No way!
anyone know if he let it rest at all?
Just failed my first smoke today was a pork butt it came out overcooked didnāt pull at all canāt wait for next smoke tho because now I realize my mistakes like adding more fuel when my butt hit a stall, adding too much fuel and not keeping a steady ambient temp good learning experience for sure
Did you spritz it at all or just leave it for 10 hours
You have some really awesome rubs!!
Thereās no way I could finish mine at 200 for only 10 hours haha
You really just leave it on for 10 hours? No spritz? No pan with apple juice? No injection? No nothing and you're able to pull it like regular pulled pork?
Iv smoked it both ways now and I definitely prefer the wrap at 160 method
Thatās how I do mine all the time. The wife loves the bark pieces.
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Just did this with a rub i made to look like gospel. Was my first time doing a long cook on my Traeger. Came out so good. The bark was bonkers. Over here in Maryland thatās the TRUTH!