Our pellet grill pulled pork method will help you make a perfectly smoked, super tender, mouthwatering pork butt. If you\u2019re a fan of smoked pulled pork but want to sharpen your Pitmaster skills, follow our step-by-step recipe guide for the best tips and tricks. Master the art of preparing the perfect BBQ pork using your pellet grill.<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Smoked Pulled pork is a classic American BBQ dish cooked low and slow over charcoal, hardwood, or in a pellet smoker. It is a staple of backyard BBQs, tailgating events, and weekend meals. In this recipe guide, you will learn the ins and outs of smoking pork shoulder, starting with an injection marinade and then adding a generous dose of seasonings to create a beautiful bark on the roast\u2019s surface. Plan on a cooking time of 7-10 hours or more for a 6-8 pound pork roast. And remember that time is just an estimate; the best guide is the internal temperature of the meat.<\/p>\n Cooking pulled pork on a pellet grill is incredibly easy and convenient, producing a moderate smoky flavor without the extra effort. This technique is best suited for beginners, as using a pellet grill<\/a><\/strong> <\/a>will make the process straightforward, convenient, and enjoyable.<\/p>\n Both cuts of meat come from the shoulder area of the pig. However, the pork butt (also known as the Boston butt or shoulder butt) is located higher up on the animal, while the shoulder (also referred to as a picnic roast) runs further down. Although these two cuts originate from the same area, they differ in use. Both benefit from long, low, and slow cooking, with pork butts being the better choice for novice cooks. Pork shoulder can contain skin, making it an ideal cut for pork crackling recipes. You can use either roast to make pellet grill pulled pork.<\/p>\n You can source pork butt (or shoulder) in most grocery stores, source it from a local butcher or an online meat purveyor like Porter Road<\/a>. The current cost per pound in some areas is $2.00 to $3.50 per pound. Online specialty pork butts typically cost $5.80 or more per pound. These prices will fluctuate based on the cost of living in your area.<\/strong><\/p>\n Plan on 1\/2 of a pound of meat per person<\/strong>. For guests with smaller appetites, plan on 1\/3 of a pound per person. It\u2019s always safer to overestimate rather than underestimate the amount needed. If you have leftovers, you\u2019ve planned correctly! A 5-pound pork butt typically yields about 3 pounds of meat<\/strong>. Refer to the table below for specific recommendations.<\/p>\n Using a pork injection marinade helps to flavor and moisten the roast from the inside out. Pork butts are large hunks of meat that require several hours of cooking. A rub will season the surface only. For that reason, we inject the roast with a flavorful mixture 4-12 hours before cooking it. Some of our favorite marinade recipes include the Cajun Injection Marinade<\/a> or\u00a0Basic Pork Injection<\/a>. If you do not have an food-safe meat injector, don\u2019t worry. You can purchase them at hardware stores, some supermarkets, or online.<\/p>\n The key to delicious pulled pork comes from layering the flavor. The first layer happens internally from using an injection marinade. The second layer is applied externally and includes simple rubs like SPG or more complex BBQ rubs for pork. SPG<\/a> is a simple salt, black pepper, and garlic powder mixture, while a BBQ Rub imparts a little sweetness and heat to the roast. You can use whichever combination you\u2019d like, but the goal is to build a flavorful bark. Feel free to use your favorite bottled rub or our\u00a0Memphis Dust Rub<\/a>, but remember that if you plan to use more than one rub, the flavors should complement each other and not overpower one another.\u00a0<\/p>\n ![\"Smoked](\"https:\/\/www.derrickriches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/IMG_20211112_114344_530-scaled-e1637278853855.jpg\")
<\/a>Why use a pellet grill for smoked pulled pork?<\/h2>\n
What is the difference between a pork butt and a pork shoulder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nWhere do you find a pork butt?<\/h3>\n
How much pulled pork to serve per person?<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nTime, Temperature, and Fuel<\/h3>\n
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What wood is best for pulled pork?<\/h3>\n
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Trimming a Pork Roast<\/h3>\n
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<\/a>Using a Pork Injection Marinade<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nFlavoring Pulled Pork<\/h3>\n