Best 9 Smoky Pork Shoulder With Chile Paste Recipes

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Uncover the tantalizing flavors of smoky pork shoulder infused with a delectable chile paste. Embark on a culinary journey where succulent pork shoulder is slow-cooked to perfection, absorbing rich smokiness from wood or charcoal. Marinated in aromatic spices and herbs, the meat becomes tender and flavorful. The highlight of this dish is the chile paste, a vibrant blend of roasted or fresh chilies, vinegar, and spices that adds a layer of smoky heat and complexity. Whether accompanied by classic sides or served as a flavorful standalone meal, this smoky pork shoulder with chile paste promises an explosion of taste that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SMOKY PORK SHOULDER WITH CHILE PASTE



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A well-seasoned, chile-paste-slathered pork shoulder is already going to win, no matter what you do to it. Which seems to me like the ideal reason to try a new technique: slow roasting, off-flame, with ambient heat, using your outdoor grill as a coal-fired oven in the off-season of dead winter. Even if your live coals snuff out, or smoke too heavily, or you get bored of the snow-muffled silence or feel lonely in the winter solitude of your backyard, even if you miscalculate sunset and find yourself in the dark with a cellphone flashlight trying to read the internal temperature of the meat to discover it's still raw in the center - all you have to do is close up shop out back, come inside and shove the thing in your conventional oven and then read the newspaper until dinner.

Provided by Gabrielle Hamilton

Categories     dinner, lunch, barbecues, main course

Time 7h

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 boneless pork shoulder with nice fat cap intact, about 9 pounds
3 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
6 pasilla chiles, stemmed and seeded
6 guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
8 chiles d'árbol, stemmed and seeded
12 garlic cloves, peeled
1 bunch scallions, washed, roots trimmed, cut in thirds
1 bunch cilantro with stems, washed well
6 tablespoons white vinegar
2 pinches kosher salt

Steps:

  • Set pork shoulder in a deep roasting pan just large enough to accommodate it. With a sharp knife or straight edge razor blade, cut a deep 3/4-inch diamond pattern into the thick fat cap.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons kosher salt over the diamond cuts, then all the pepper. Rub the salt and pepper into the cuts and all over the top and sides of the pork shoulder.
  • Turn the shoulder fat-side down, and sprinkle the remaining salt over the meat. Rub the salt and any pepper that has scattered in the pan into and all over the meat to have a wholly seasoned piece of meat - especially on the top, in the diamond-cut fat area. Let the seasoned roast rest on the counter at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, make the chile paste. Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil. Off heat, add the pasillas, guajillos and árbols, and let them soak for 30 minutes while you gather and prepare the other ingredients. When the chiles are softened, transfer them and 1/2 cup of their soaking water into a high-powered blender. Add the garlic, scallions, cilantro, vinegar and kosher salt, and blend into a smooth, dark red-brown paste. (The consistency should remind you of jarred applesauce.)
  • Pour this chile paste over the pork shoulder and massage it all over the roast, leaving a nice extra schmear on the top of the roast and, again, seasoning the diamond-cut fat cap a little more generously than the bottom. (The fat on the top is going to render slowly all through the cooking and melt down into the meat, in a self-basting way, which is why the most seasoning is at the top.) Don't worry about the excess paste; it will remain in the roasting pan to enhance the juices later.
  • Build a fire in your grill, then push the hot coals to one side in a mounded crescent shape, leaving space for the roasting/drip pan that now holds the marinade-slathered meat. If using an oven, heat it to 325.
  • Remove the meat from the pan, and set it to the side (I use a sheet of parchment for easy cleanup) while you prepare the grill or oven.
  • To prepare the grill or the oven, add a full inch of water to the roasting pan, stirring briefly to combine it with the excess chile paste, and nestle the roasting pan into the bottom of the grill in the empty space next to the crescent of coals, or on the bottom rack of the oven.
  • Place the grill rack in position over the coals. Set the meat directly onto the rack above the water-filled roasting pan so that the juices will drip into it while cooking. If using a conventional oven, place the roast, fat side up, on the rack directly above the roasting pan.
  • Place the cover on the grill, open the vents all the way and let the roast cook for 3 to 4 hours maintaining a gentle 300 degrees, adding coals when needed. If the temperature spikes to 325 or drops to 275 along the way, it doesn't matter at all - open and close the lid as needed to get back on track. The goal is to slowly, gently cook the meat, giving all that fat time to melt, the skin time to crisp and the tough cut of meat (muscly shoulder) time to become tender.
  • Add water to the drip pan if you see it evaporating, though I did not need to add liquid any time I tested this. The natural fats and juices drip down into the pan, commingling with the chile-paste-spiked water to create a smoky, spicy, delicious cache of pan juices for later spooning over the roast while it rests. Loosely cover the meat with foil if it starts looking too dark too soon.
  • Cook until the internal temperature reaches about 165 degrees, up to 4 hours. Remove from the grill (or the oven). Remove the roasting/drip pan. Let the meat rest for 30 minutes. Spoon the drippings over the roast until glossy and moist. Slice thin.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 753, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 53 grams, SaturatedFat 19 grams, Sodium 860 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

SMOKY GRILLED PORK CHOPS



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These thick pork chops have a smoky flavor, are very moist and tender, and the rub is easy to make. A family favorite, always requested at BBQs. I like to serve these chops with loaded baked potatoes and a garden salad.

Provided by CookinLovin

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground paprika
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
4 bone-in pork chops (1/2 to 3/4 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • In a bowl, mix together the seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and smoke flavoring until thoroughly combined. Rinse pork chops, and sprinkle the wet chops on both sides with the spice mixture. With your hands, massage the spice rub into the meat; allow to stand for 10 minutes.
  • Grill the chops over indirect heat until no longer pink inside, about 12 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Allow chops to stand for 10 more minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 66.2 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 772.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SMOKEY BONES PORK SHOULDER RECIPE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 11h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 whole pork shoulder
1 gallon chicken broth
3 cups homemade or commercially prepared dry barbecue spice rub, ground to a powder
1 cup sugar
1 cup homemade or commercially prepared barbecue sauce plus additional for glazing
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 pound butter, melted
1 cup olive oil
About 1 gallon apple juice
2 tablespoons corn syrup for glaze, optional

Steps:

  • Light a fire in the smoker or grill. Allow the fire to burn for about 2 hours until the temperature in the cooker is 225 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, remove the pork shoulder from the refrigerator and it rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large pot. Add 2 cups of the rub, then add the sugar, barbecue sauce, and Worcestershire sauce and simmer until dissolved. Using a handheld mixer or whisk, gradually incorporate the melted butter and olive oil. Mix until the broth and fat emulsify then set the marinade aside to cool.
  • Rub the pork shoulder all over with the remaining cup of dry rub then set the meat aside for 20 minutes. Measure the marinade, and then add enough apple juice to achieve a 3 to 1 marinade-to-juice ratio. Inject the marinade and juice mixture into the pork repeatedly until the meat is saturated and can absorb no more.
  • Cook the pork shoulder at 225 degrees F in the grill or smoker (adding more coal or wood as necessary to maintain the temperature). After about 4 hours the pork should have turned a rich red-brown. Remove the meat from the cooker, wrap it in aluminum foil, and then return it, fat side down, to the grill or smoker. At this point begin checking the temperature of the meat with a thermometer every hour until it reaches an internal temperature of between 180 and 190 degrees F. at the center. (This should take about 4 more hours; the bones will pull clean while the meat stays firm.)
  • Glaze the shoulder with barbecue sauce, mixed with a little corn syrup for extra shine if you like. Using a large fork, pull the meat from the bones and serve.

SMOKED PORK BUTT WITH SWEET AND SMOKY BBQ SAUCE AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH THAI CHILI VINAIGRETTE



Smoked Pork Butt with Sweet and Smoky BBQ Sauce and Brussels Sprouts with Thai Chili Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10h15m

Yield 4 servings with leftover pork and sauce

Number Of Ingredients 35

One 8- to 10-pound pork butt
1/4 cup cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sweet and Smoky BBQ Sauce, recipe follows
Canola oil, for frying
1 pound Brussels sprouts, roots trimmed and halved lengthwise
1 cup Thai Chili Vinaigrette, recipe follows
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, plus additional for garnish
4 lime wedges
8 ounces brown sugar
1 ounce Bourbon Barrel brand bourbon-smoked paprika
3 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
30 ounces tomato sauce
18 ounces ketchup
8 ounces tomato paste
6 ounces honey
6 ounces molasses
6 ounces Bourbon Barrel brand bourbon barrel-aged Worcestershire sauce
4 ounces cola, such as Coca-Cola
4 ounces apple cider vinegar
2 ounces browning and seasoning sauce, such as Kitchen Bouquet
3 tablespoons liquid smoke
1 1/4 cups fish sauce
1 cup white sugar
Zest of 3 limes plus 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons peeled and chopped ginger
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon minced kaffir lime leaf
3 Thai chiles, de-stemmed and chopped
1/2 cup sambal oelek (an Asian chile paste)

Steps:

  • For the smoked pork butt: Trim some of the fat off of the pork butt and expose about a quarter of the meat. Stir together the cayenne, 2 cups salt and 2 cups pepper and rub the pork butt all over with the spice mix. Let sit at room temperature, 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, prepare a smoker for cooking at 225 degrees F. Place the pork butt in the smoker and smoke, adding wood chunks as necessary and maintaining a temperature of 225 degrees F, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the pork registers 165 degrees F, about 9 hours. Remove the pork and shred off the meat. (Yield: 10 to 12 servings)
  • For the Brussels sprouts: Fill a large pot with canola oil and bring to 350 degrees F over medium-high heat. Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Fry a quarter of the Brussels sprouts until caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes, then transfer to the lined baking sheet for 30 seconds. Transfer to a stainless steel bowl and toss with a quarter of the Thai vinaigrette, a quarter of the cilantro and a quarter of the sesame seeds. Bring the oil back to 350 degrees F and repeat with the remaining ingredients in the same manner.
  • Put the Brussels sprouts into a bowl and garnish with lime wedges and some toasted sesame seeds. Serve with some Smoked Pork Butt and Sweet and Smoky BBQ Sauce. Reserve the remaining
  • In a large bowl combine the brown sugar, bourbon smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, 12 tablespoons salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk them together very well, making sure there are no lumps.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the tomato sauce, ketchup, tomato paste, honey, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, cola, vinegar, browning and seasoning sauce and liquid smoke. Whisk together until well combined.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry spices and whisk vigorously until combined. Pass through a strainer to get any lumps out.
  • Place the fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, vinegar, ginger, garlic, lime leaf and chiles in a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a stainless steel bowl and whisk in the lime zest and sambal oelek. Set aside.

SMOKY SPICY SLOW-COOKED PORK TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Smoky Spicy Slow-Cooked Pork Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless pork shoulder, achiote paste, McCormick dark chili powder, ancho chile powder, hot chipotle chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, white vinegar, pineapple juice, medium onion

Provided by Elizabeth Jones

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 lb boneless pork shoulder
2 tablespoons achiote paste
2 tablespoons McCormick dark chili powder
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
½ tablespoon hot chipotle chili powder, (adjust amount based on your preferred level of spice)
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon pepper
½ cup white vinegar
6 oz pineapple juice, (one small can) or mango juice
1 medium onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Mix all dry ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Add white vinegar and mix spices together, dissolving the achiote paste. Then, add the mango or pineapple juice.
  • In your crock pot, lay down a layer of sliced onions.
  • Pour in just enough of the marinade to cover the bottom of the crock pot. Then, place your meat into the crock pot.
  • Pour the rest of the marinade into the crock pot, completely coating the meat.
  • Lay the remainder of the sliced onions on top of the meat.
  • Place the lid on the crock pot and cook on low for 10 hours or overnight.
  • Remove the tender cooked meat from the crock pot, leaving the juices in the crock pot. Then, shred the meat and return to the crock pot. Combine the meat and juices well.
  • Serve meat in soft, warm tortillas alongside desired garnishes of choice. (Garnish: Diced onion, chopped cilantro, lime wedges and salsa)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CHILE-BRAISED PORK SHOULDER TACOS



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Pork     Braise     High Fiber     Cinco de Mayo     Dinner     Meat     Party     Tortillas     Chile Pepper     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 large dried ancho chiles (about 3/4 ounce), stemmed, seeded
2 large dried chiles de árbol or japones chiles, stemmed, seeded
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 5-pound boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt)
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
3 large garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons dried oregano, preferably Mexican
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 12-ounce bottle Negro Modelo or other dark beer
24 (or more) 6" corn tortillas
4 radishes, trimmed, thinly sliced
Tomato-Serrano salsa
Tomatillo-Chipotle salsa
Pickled Onions
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place chiles in a medium bowl. Add enough boiling water to cover, and set a small plate or bowl on chiles to keep submerged. Let soak until softened, about 30 minutes. Drain chiles, reserving 1 cup soaking liquid.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Place chiles, sugar, lime juice, and 1/4 cup reserved soaking liquid in a blender. Purée chile mixture, adding more soaking liquid as needed to form a smooth paste. Season pork shoulder generously with salt and spread paste over pork. DO AHEAD: Can be rubbed 1-2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Let come to room temperature before continuing.
  • Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, bay leaves, oregano, coriander, cumin, and allspice. Cook, stirring often, until onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Add beer; bring to a boil. Add pork to pot; cover and transfer to oven.
  • Braise pork, basting occasionally with pan juices, until very tender, about 2 1/2 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Let cool slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm before continuing.
  • Transfer pork to a large platter. Let cool slightly. Pour pan juice mixture over pork; cover and keep warm. (Alternatively, shred the pork with 2 forks and pour pan juice mixture over pork.)
  • Meanwhile, working in batches, cook tortillas in a large heavy skillet over low heat until toasted, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a large sheet of foil; wrap to keep warm.
  • Serve pork with tortillas, radishes, both salsas, pickled onions, and chopped cilantro, encouraging guests to fill and garnish tacos as desired.

SMOKY SLOW COOKER CHILI



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From Cooking Light January 2009. Country-style ribs are cut from the shoulder and are perfect for this. I have not made this yet, but it seems like a winner. Prep time is estimated.

Provided by duonyte

Categories     Pork

Time 8h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 lb ground pork
1 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
3 cups chopped onions
1 3/4 cups chopped green bell peppers
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beer, lager-style
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
6 tomatillos, quartered
2 bay leaves
2 (12 1/2 ounce) cans plum tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, no-salt, drained
1 (7 3/4 ounce) can mexican hot tomato sauce
1 smoked ham hock, about 8 oz
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
1/2 cup finely chopped green onion
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco, about 2 oz
8 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray.
  • Add ground pork and cook for 5 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble. Drain well and transfer to slow cooker.
  • Recoat skillet with cooking spray. Add pork shoulder and cook 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer pork to slow cooker.
  • Recoat skillet with cooking spray. Add onion and bell pepper, and saute 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add garlic, saute 1 minute, then add tomato paste and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in beer, cook a minute or two, then pour all over the meat in the slow cooker.
  • Add 1/4 tsp salt, chili powder, cumin, oregano, black pepper, tomatillos, bay leaves, tomatoes, pinto beans, tomato sauce and ham hock to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 hours until meat is tender or on LOW for 8 hours.
  • Remove and discard ham hock and bay leaves.
  • Add 1/4 tsp salt and the sugar, stir well.
  • Top each serving with 1 tbl each of cilantro, green onions and queso fresco. Serve with a lime wedge.
  • This can also be done on the stove, using 12 ozs beer and simmering, covered, for 2 1/2 to3 hours or until the pork is tender.

SMOKEY SLOW COOKER CHILI



Smokey Slow Cooker Chili image

This is the cover-page recipe for the Jan/Feb 2009 Cooking Light Magazine. I made it for dinner tonight, letting it simmer all day on low in my slow cooker. It is definately my favorite chili recipe I have tried so far. The flavors are wonderful! I'm definately going to try it out with both beef and chicken too. Just beware, the prep is a little more time-consuming than your average slow cooker recipe. But it's well worth the extra effort when you open the door after a long day at work and have the wonderful smells greeting you! Note, I did make some minor changes, based on what I had at hand (used just cubed pork, omitted tomato paste, added a can of green chilies), but I'm posting the original recipe, as I don't think my changes affected the flavor much.

Provided by pwdcrazy

Categories     Pork

Time 5h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

cooking spray
1 lb pork, ground
1 lb pork shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cups onions, chopped
1 3/4 cups green bell peppers, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beer (lager-style such as Budweiser)
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
6 tomatillos, quartered
2 bay leaves
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans plum tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added pinto beans, drained
1 (7 3/4 ounce) can tomato sauce, Mexican hot-style (such as El Paso)
1 smoked ham hock (about 8 ounces)
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 cup green onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled (2 ounces)
8 lime wedges

Steps:

  • 1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add ground pork to pan; cook 5 minutes or until browned, stirring to slightly crumble. Drain well. Transfer pork to an electric slow cooker.
  • 2. Recoat pan with cooking spray. Add pork shoulder; cook 5 minutes or until lightly browned, turning occasionally. Transfer pork to slow cooker.
  • 3. Recoat pan with cooking spray. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté 8 minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add tomato paste; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in beer; cook 1 minute. Transfer onion mixture to slow cooker. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, chili powder, and next 9 ingredients (through ham hock) to slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH 5 hours or until meat is tender. Remove bay leaves and ham hock; discard. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and sugar. Ladle about 1 1/3 cups chili into each of 8 bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1 tablespoon green onions, and 1 tablespoon cheese. Serve each serving with 1 lime wedge.
  • Note: You can also cook the chili in a slow cooker on LOW for 8 hours. For cooking chili on the stovetop, use a total of 12 ounces beer and simmer, covered, for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until the pork shoulder is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.6, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 87.9, Sodium 468.4, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 11.9, Protein 29

SMOKED PORK SHOULDER



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Slow-roasting pork shoulder before smoking it cuts the cooking time a bit. You'll save time and still get all the great smoky flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 7h55m

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 pounds pork shoulder
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Hatch Special Sauce
Pili Pili Sauce
Pebre Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Season pork with salt and pepper. Transfer to a roasting pan; cover with parchment and then foil. Roast until pork is tender but not falling apart, 5 to 6 hours. (A paring knife inserted into the center should meet little resistance.)
  • About 30 minutes before pork is finished roasting, heat charcoal grill to medium, piling coals on 1 side to set up direct and indirect heat zones. Set a drip pan under the grill grate in the indirect heat zone. Cover grill.
  • Soak 4 cups applewood chips ( barbecue-store.com) in water for 30 minutes. Drain 2 cups wood (leave 2 cups in water); add to coals.
  • Once smoke develops, transfer pork to grill rack, and set over drip pan. Position open lid vent over pork. (This will direct the smoke and impart maximum flavor.)
  • Smoke pork for 45 minutes. Drain remaining 2 cups wood; add to coals. Smoke pork for 30 minutes more. Shred pork using a fork, and serve with sauces.

Tips:

  • Choose a good quality pork shoulder. Look for a shoulder that is well-marbled with fat, as this will help to keep the meat moist and flavorful during cooking.
  • Be sure to trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder before cooking. This will help to reduce the amount of smoke produced during cooking.
  • Use a variety of spices and seasonings to flavor the pork shoulder. Some good options include garlic, onion, cumin, chili powder, and paprika.
  • Cook the pork shoulder slowly and at a low temperature. This will help to tenderize the meat and allow the flavors to develop.
  • Use a smoker or grill to cook the pork shoulder. This will give the meat a smoky flavor and help to keep it moist.
  • Serve the pork shoulder with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

Smoky pork shoulder with chile paste is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great option for a party or potluck, and it can also be served as a weeknight meal. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook pork shoulder, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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