Smoked pork shoulder burnt ends recipe for 10
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This recipe makes pork shoulder burnt ends for 10 people as a barbecue main or hearty side. Allow time for a long smoke and covered finishing stage.
Ingredients
Boneless pork shoulder
8 lb
Yellow mustard
1/3 cup
Barbecue dry rub
3/4 cup
Apple juice
1 cup
Barbecue sauce
2 cups
Unsalted butter
8 tbsp
Light brown sugar
1/2 cup
Honey
1/3 cup
Apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup
Pecan wood chunks
1 bag
Aluminum foil pan
1 large
How to make it
- Cut pork shoulder into 1 1/2-inch cubes. 2. Coat with mustard and barbecue dry rub. 3. Smoke at 250°F with pecan wood until deeply browned, about 2 1/2 hours. 4. Transfer pork to a foil pan with apple juice, barbecue sauce, butter, brown sugar, honey, and vinegar. 5. Cover and smoke for 1 1/2 hours. 6. Uncover and smoke 20 to 30 minutes until the sauce is sticky.
Who this list is for
This list is for anyone planning to serve smoked pork shoulder burnt ends to a group of 10. It suits backyard barbecue hosts, family gatherings, or anyone aiming for a crowd-pleasing main or hearty side. If you have a smoker and want to deliver those sticky, caramelized cubes everyone grabs first, this is for you.
How to use this list
Start by gathering everything on the list before the cook. Use an 8 lb boneless pork shoulder as your base. Coat it with yellow mustard and barbecue dry rub. Smoke over pecan wood chunks. After the initial smoke, cut the pork into cubes and move them to a large aluminum foil pan. Add apple juice, barbecue sauce, unsalted butter, light brown sugar, honey, and apple cider vinegar for the finishing stage. Keep the process steady: smoke, cube, sauce, and finish covered.
Common mistakes
Avoid using too small a pork shoulder—8 pounds is right for 10. Don’t skip the foil pan step; it’s key for tender, sticky burnt ends. Some skip the honey or brown sugar, but these help with caramelization. Using the wrong wood (like mesquite) can overpower the pork. Stick with pecan for balanced flavor.
What is on this list
You’ll need boneless pork shoulder, yellow mustard, barbecue dry rub, apple juice, barbecue sauce, unsalted butter, light brown sugar, honey, apple cider vinegar, pecan wood chunks, and a large aluminum foil pan. Check your pantry for basics like mustard, brown sugar, and vinegar. Cross off what you already have so you only shop for gaps.
After the cook
Let the burnt ends rest briefly before serving. Toss the used foil pan and wood chunks safely. Store leftovers in airtight containers. Clean your smoker and check fuel for next time. Make a note if you ran low on anything—especially pecan wood or barbecue sauce—so you’re ready for your next barbecue.
FAQ
Who is "Smoked pork shoulder burnt ends recipe for 10" for?
This list is for anyone planning to serve smoked pork shoulder burnt ends to a group of 10. It suits backyard barbecue hosts, family gatherings, or anyone aiming for a crowd-pleasing main or hearty side. If you have a smoker and want to deliver those sticky, caramelized cubes everyone grabs first, this is for you.
How should I use "Smoked pork shoulder burnt ends recipe for 10"?
Start by gathering everything on the list before the cook. Use an 8 lb boneless pork shoulder as your base. Coat it with yellow mustard and barbecue dry rub. Smoke over pecan wood chunks. After the initial smoke, cut the pork into cubes and move them to a large aluminum foil pan. Add apple juice, barbecue sauce, unsalted butter, light brown sugar, honey, an…
What should I skip or avoid with "Smoked pork shoulder burnt ends recipe for 10"?
Avoid using too small a pork shoulder—8 pounds is right for 10. Don’t skip the foil pan step; it’s key for tender, sticky burnt ends. Some skip the honey or brown sugar, but these help with caramelization. Using the wrong wood (like mesquite) can overpower the pork. Stick with pecan for balanced flavor.
What is on the "Smoked pork shoulder burnt ends recipe for 10" list?
You’ll need boneless pork shoulder, yellow mustard, barbecue dry rub, apple juice, barbecue sauce, unsalted butter, light brown sugar, honey, apple cider vinegar, pecan wood chunks, and a large aluminum foil pan. Check your pantry for basics like mustard, brown sugar, and vinegar. Cross off what you already have so you only shop for gaps.
What should I know about after the cook?
Let the burnt ends rest briefly before serving. Toss the used foil pan and wood chunks safely. Store leftovers in airtight containers. Clean your smoker and check fuel for next time. Make a note if you ran low on anything—especially pecan wood or barbecue sauce—so you’re ready for your next barbecue.
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