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A Traeger Pork Shoulder Roast Recipe for the Ultimate BBQ Feast

Traeger Pork Shoulder Roast Recipe

This recipe for Traeger Pork Shoulder Roast is a delicious and easy way to make a flavorful and tender pork roast using a Traeger Pellet Grill. The dry rub and apple cider vinegar marinade give the pork a great flavor, and the low temperature and long cook time make the meat fall-apart tender.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 5 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 355 kcal

Equipment

  • Traeger pellet grill
  • Meat thermometer
  • Aluminum foil
  • Aluminum pan
  • Spray bottle
  • Plastic wrap

Ingredients
  

  • 5 lb boneless pork shoulder also known as a Boston Butt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions
 

  • Remove the pork shoulder from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about an hour.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, apple juice, and yellow mustard.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder to make the dry rub.
  • Use the spray bottle to moisten the pork shoulder and then generously apply the dry rub to the meat, making sure to cover it evenly.
  • Wrap the pork shoulder in plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  • Preheat the Traeger Pellet Grill to 225 degrees F.
  • Place the pork shoulder on the grill, fat side up, and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat.
  • Cook the pork shoulder for about 1 hour per pound of meat, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
  • Remove the pork shoulder from the grill and wrap it tightly in aluminum foil.
  • Place the pork shoulder in an aluminum pan and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and use two forks to shred the pork shoulder.
  • Serve the pork shoulder as is or with your favorite BBQ sauce.

Notes

  • For best results, it is recommended to let the meat marinate overnight.
  • To add more flavor, you can add wood chips to the grill when cooking the pork shoulder.
  • If the pork shoulder has a thick layer of fat on top, you can use a sharp knife to remove some of it before cooking.
  • You can also use a charcoal grill for cooking the pork shoulder, but you will have to adjust the temperature and cook time accordingly.
  • To make pork sandwiches, serve the shredded pork on buns and top with coleslaw or pickles.
  • To make pork tacos, serve the shredded pork on warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

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Nutrition

Calories: 355kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 51gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 136mgSodium: 933mgPotassium: 909mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 79IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Traeger Pork Shoulder Roast
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