Gonna smoke my first Boston butt tomorrow.

[richiesracks]

Have a few questions, how long do you guys usually smoke a regular sized butt? What temp? Has anyone ever put in japleno slices in there I plan on putting a few garlic cloves in as well

 

[shyzabrau]

I usually smoke mine for eight hours and then double wrap it in foil, and put it in the oven (set at 225) for another 8-10 hours (usually overnight).

Most people will say to cook by temperature, not time, but I've had very good results with the above method. (Not crispy bark, though, which is a problem for some people.)

You can smoke it at 225 for a long time, or 275 - 325 for a shorter time. Butts are very forgiving!

Just be sure to understand that you may encounter a stall when the juices start steaming, especially at lower cooking temps. Don't freak out and pull it off the smoker - it isn't done and it's not getting dried out or tough!

Many ways to successfully smoke a butt! 

 

[richiesracks]

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• richiesracks
• May 5, 2017

getting a pre rub applied gonna stick some japlenos down in it for a little heat

 

[SmokinAl]

I smoke mine at higher temps, typically 270-280.

At that temp they usually take about 1 hour per pound.

Here is one I did a few months ago.

Maybe this will help you.

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/253165/hot-fast-butt-with-judys-pretzel-buns-thanks-mossymo

Al

 

[richiesracks]

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• richiesracks
• May 6, 2017

hit the dreaded temperature stall at around 6 and half hours

 

[richiesracks]

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• richiesracks
• May 6, 2017

after 12 hours of smoking it's done now to let it rest and eat it up

 

[sauced]

Looks real good!!! Nice job!