Description
A tender and juicy pulled pork dish infused with smoky flavors, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pork shoulder
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons salt
- Apple cider vinegar or a mix of apple juice and vinegar
- Wood pellets (hickory, apple, or cherry)
- Barbecue sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rub: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well.
- Season the Pork: Coat the pork shoulder generously with the rub. Let it rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat the Traeger: Set the Traeger grill to 225°F.
- Cook Low and Slow: Place the pork shoulder on the grill and monitor the internal temperature until it reaches 195°F to 205°F (about 8-12 hours).
- Wrap It Up: Wrap the pork in butcher paper when it hits 160°F.
- Rest Before Shredding: Allow the pork to rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Shred and Serve: Use two forks to shred the pork and serve as desired.
Notes
For best results, monitor the cooking temperature closely and avoid opening the grill frequently.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 720 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pulled pork, Traeger, smoked meat, family recipe, BBQ