Slow Smoked Pulled Pork - A Delicious and Tender BBQ Delight

This slow smoked pulled pork recipe is a barbecue lover's dream. The Boston butt is marinated overnight in a flavorful spice rub, then slow smoked for hours until it becomes tender and juicy. The result is a deliciously smoky and melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork that can be enjoyed on its own or in sandwiches. With just a little bit of patience and the right technique, you can create a mouthwatering dish that will impress your guests at your next BBQ gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 (5-7 pound) Boston butt
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup yellow mustard
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• Hickory or apple wood chips for smoking

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar to make the spice rub.
2. Rub the spice mixture all over the Boston butt, ensuring that it is evenly coated. Wrap the meat in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
3. Preheat your smoker to a temperature of 225°F (107°C) and soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and vegetable oil to create a marinade.
5. Remove the plastic wrap from the Boston butt and place it directly on the smoker rack. Insert a digital meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat.
6. Add the soaked wood chips to the smoker box or directly onto the coals to create smoke. Close the smoker and let it cook for approximately 1 hour per pound of meat, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
7. Every hour or so, baste the Boston butt with the marinade to keep it moist and enhance the flavor.
8. Once the internal temperature is reached, remove the Boston butt from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes.
9. Using two forks, shred the pork into thin strands. Serve hot and enjoy as is or in sandwiches with your favorite BBQ sauce.

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