How long do you smoke an 8 pound Boston butt?

Table of Contents:

1. How long do you smoke an 8 pound Boston butt?
2. When should I remove Boston butt from smoker?
3. What temperature do you smoke a Boston butt?
4. What do you do if pulled pork is done early?
5. Can I use Boston butt for pulled pork?

How long do you smoke an 8 pound Boston butt?

How Long to Smoke a Pork Butt. With your smoker running steady at 225 degrees F, you can typically plan about 2 hours of cook time per pound of pork. For example, an 8-pound pork shoulder will take about 16 hours from start to finish.

When should I remove Boston butt from smoker?

Smoke the pork until it reaches at least 195 degrees. This can take anywhere between 12-20 hours, depending on the consistency of heat in your smoker and the size of your pork roast. Once your pork reaches the desired temperature between 195-202 degrees, remove the pork shoulder from the smoker and wrap in foil.

What temperature do you smoke a Boston butt?

How Long Does It Take to Smoke Pork?

1. Remove it from the smoker once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°.
2. Wrap the pork shoulder in foil and return it to the smoker and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of between 200° and 205°.
3. Rest in the foil at room temperature before serving.

What do you do if pulled pork is done early?

I would say, pull when it's 190-200 deg, then set aside and cover. Let it rest for 20-40 min, then pull apart. To reheat, pop in the oven with a lid or some foil. The key is trap the moisture when reheating, and you should be fine.

Can I use Boston butt for pulled pork?

A Boston butt, also known simply as a pork butt, is a flavorful cut that takes well to low and slow cooking. It's the most popular cut of meat for making pulled pork.