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Smoked Pork Butt Recipe

This smoked pork butt recipe is perfect for a backyard barbecue. It's flavorful, tender, and easy to make.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 pounds Pork Butt
  • ¼ cup Kosher Salt
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  2. 2. In a bowl, mix together the kosher salt, brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. 3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork butt, making sure to cover all sides.
  4. 4. Place the pork butt in the smoker and smoke for about 8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
  5. 5. Remove the pork butt from the smoker and wrap it in aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes before shredding.
  6. 6. Shred the pork and serve with your favorite barbecue sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Barbecue, Smoked Pork
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