Best Smoked Pork Butt Recipes

Explore this collection of the Best Smoked Pork Butt Recipes! Perfect for beginners or seasoned backyard grillers, these easy recipes will guide you through the art of smoking pork butt to achieve that perfect fall-apart tenderness and rich, smoky flavor we all love.

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Slow-cooking a pork butt on a pellet smoker gives you results you just can't get from any other cooking method.

Use a Traeger pellet grill, Pit Boss pellet grill, or any pellet smoker to make these delicious recipes.

Each recipe comes with detailed instructions, tips, and tricks to ensure your success every step of the way.

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Best Smoked Pork Butt Recipes

Smoked pork butt bites in a foil pan just after being removed from the pellet smoker.

Smoked Pork Butt Burnt Ends On Pellet Grill

This Smoked Pork Butt Burnt Ends recipe transforms pork shoulder into juicy, tender morsels of meat using a pellet grill. Just season the pork with a flavorful dry rub, smoke it low and slow, then finish it off with a sweet maple glaze.

Smoked Pork Butt Burnt Ends

Shredded smoked pork butt on a large sheet pan.

Easy Smoked Pork Butt On Traeger Grill

This easy Smoked Pork Butt is cooked low and slow on the pellet grill. It has a delicious, flavorful crust on the outside with tender and juicy meat on the inside. Perfect for pulled pork sandwiches!

Smoked Pork Butt

Smoked Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork

Smoked Cuban mojo pulled pork boasts a variety of exciting flavours such as garlic, lime, sherry, oregano, and marjoram. Use pork butt or pork shoulder to make perfect Cuban roast pork. This mojo smoked pork is a great recipe for a pellet smoker or Traeger grill.

Smoked Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork

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Smoked pulled pork shredded on a sheet pan.

Smoked Pulled Pork Recipe

Enjoy the smoky, tender goodness of this Smoked Pulled Pork Recipe. Slow-cooked to perfection, this mouthwatering dish is packed with flavor!

Smoked Pulled Pork Recipe

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A pan filled with shredded pork cooked on a Pit Boss smoker being shredded with shredding forks.

Pit Boss Pulled Pork

This Pit Boss pulled pork recipe uses a sweet and savory brown sugar rub and a foolproof smoking method to create juicy, tender shredded pork with incredible flavor. Perfect for BBQ sandwiches, tacos, or just by the forkful.

pit boss pulled pork

Smoked Pork Shoulder

Smoked Pork Shoulder - this how-to on making the BEST smoked pork shoulder will be your go-to recipe - it is easy and absolutely delicious!

Smoked Pork Shoulder

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Hot and fast pulled pork shredded on a serving platter.

Hot n' Fast Pulled Pork

You can have BBQ pulled pork in about half the time with this hot and fast pulled pork recipe!

Hot n’ Fast Pulled Pork

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Shredded smoked pork butt on a sheet pan with meat claws.

Traeger Smoked Pork Butt

Learn how to choose the right cut of meat, make the perfect dry rub, and cook a Traeger Smoked Pork Butt until it's fall-apart-tender and juicy!

Traeger Smoked Pork Butt

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Pork rub for smoked pork butt in a glass canning jar.

Best Rub For Smoked Pork Butt

This homemade Rub For Smoked Pork Butt is made with basic pantry ingredients!

Rub For Smoked Pork Butt

Expert Tips

A large baking sheet is handy for carrying meat back and forth from the smoker.
Use a spray bottle if spritzing any liquid (apple juice, apple cider vinegar).
Use meat claws if making pulled pork - it makes it so much easier!

Common Questions

Can I use any type of pellet grill for these recipes?

Absolutely! Any pellet grill will work!

How should I store leftover smoked pork shoulder?

Once cooked and cooled down properly, store any leftover smoked pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Can I freeze leftover smoked pork butt?

Yes, you can freeze leftover smoked pork butt. Place the meat in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months.

How do I ensure my pork reaches the desired internal temperature?

Insert a reliable meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, avoiding bone, to get an accurate reading.

I don't have pink butcher paper. Can I use aluminum foil instead?

Yes, you can use large pieces of aluminum foil as a substitute for pink butcher paper. However, the foil will hold in more moisture, potentially softening the bark of your pork.

What wood pellets do you recommend for smoked pork butt recipes?

Hickory and apple wood pellets are great choices for pork.

Why do you emphasize removing excess fat from pork cuts before grilling?

Trimming excess fat ensures better penetration of seasoning and helps form a better bark on the meat.

With its tender meat and ability to soak in flavors, pork butt is versatile and always fun to cook on a pellet grill. Whether you're using your pellet grill for the first time or are a pro looking for something new, I'm sure you'll find a new favorite here. Let's get grilling! 🙂