Couple Chuckies

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Brewandque

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I picked up a couple of chuckies spur of the moment today. I want to make shredded beef but have a couple questions.

In order to shred I'm thinking the IT needs to be around 205. Does this sound right?

I'm not going to eat them until Tuesday. Should I rest and shred them today or wait until reheating on Tuesday?

Thanks in advance.
 

bauchjw

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IT is a good indicator to start probing, but every hunk of meat is different. You want to probe it with a tooth pick or your thermometer and if you don’t feel resistance then it’s ready. It may be at 200 IT or up to 210. I agree with smoking north, I’d pull after a rest and keep the juices. When you reheat use the juices and maybe some broth! Post some pics!
 

Brewandque

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Perfect. That's what I'll do.

Just threw them on
 

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I picked up a couple of chuckies spur of the moment today. I want to make shredded beef but have a couple questions.

In order to shred I'm thinking the IT needs to be around 205. Does this sound right?

I'm not going to eat them until Tuesday. Should I rest and shred them today or wait until reheating on Tuesday?

Thanks in advance.
Here's how I do it. Perfect everytime


 
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motocrash

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Love me some pulled chuck! I make it often, mostly use it in burritos and spice accordingly.
They've got you covered on the IT range you want and definitely probe for tenderness/pullability @ 200. In for the finish....
 

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Everyone already got you covered. They look like they're coming along nicely.
 

Brewandque

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I wrapped at 167. They finished in another 45 minutes. I was shocked how fast it went. They're resting now and smell amazing. When I pull I'll take a pic if I remember.
 
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