Apple Injected Smoked Pork Recipe

Name: Apple Injected Smoked Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups apple cider; 2 tablespoons Neely's Dry Rub Seasoning; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup lemon juice; Dash Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 (6 to 8-pound) pork butt

Servings: persons

1
Special Equipment: Syringe and applewood chips soaked for 1 hour
2
In a large bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the marinade.
3
Put the pork into a casserole dish.
4
Fill a syringe with the marinade and inject 3/4 of the way into the pork.
5
Inject the meat in several places with the marinade.
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Pour the remaining marinade over the meat.
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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 12 hours, so flavors can permeate.
8
Preheat a grill to 275 degrees F, using indirect heat and applewood soaked chips.
9
Drain off excess liquid from the meat and pat dry with a towel.
10
Season the pork with Neely's Dry Rub seasoning, to taste, making sure you cover the sides.
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Arrange on the grill with the fat side facing up.
12
Grill until the meat is tender, about 6 hours.
13
Transfer to a serving platter and serve.

163

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups apple cider, 2 tablespoons Neely's Dry Rub Seasoning, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, and more.

Yes, Apple Injected Smoked Pork falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Injected Smoked Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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