Bob'S Pulled Pork On A Smoker Recipe

Name: Bob'S Pulled Pork On A Smoker
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 pound) pork shoulder roast; 1 quart apple cider, or as needed; BBQ Rub:; 5 tablespoons white sugar; 5 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 onion, chopped; 3 cups hickory chips, or more as needed, soaked in water

Servings: persons

1 (8 pound) pork shoulder roast
1 quart apple cider, or as needed
BBQ Rub:
5 tablespoons white sugar
5 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 onion, chopped
3 cups hickory chips, or more as needed, soaked in water

1
Place pork shoulder in a large pot and add enough apple cider to cover. Combine white sugar, brown sugar, salt, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl. Mix about 1/4 cup sugar rub into cider; reserve remaining rub.
2
Cover pot and refrigerate for 12 hours.
3
Prepare smoker to about 210 degrees F (99 degrees C). Add enough wood chips to smoker.
4
Pour cider brine into the water pan of the smoker; add onion and about 1/4 cup more sugar rub. Spread remaining rub over pork shoulder. Transfer pork to the center of smoker.
5
Smoke pork until very tender, about 8 hours. Monitor hickory chips and liquid, adding more wood and water, respectively, as needed. Transfer pork to a large platter and cool for 30 minutes before shredding with forks.

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 pound) pork shoulder roast, 1 quart apple cider, or as needed, BBQ Rub:, 5 tablespoons white sugar, and more.

Yes, Bob'S Pulled Pork On A Smoker 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!

Bob'S Pulled Pork On A Smoker

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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