Boston Butt Dry Rub Recipe
Boston butt is a thick cut of pork meat that contains a good amount of marbling and fat content. The high amount of marbled fat creates a very moist, juicy roast. This cut comes from high on the hog above the shoulder blade.
Servings: 4
Calories: 229kcal
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 4 teaspoons onion powder
- 4 tablespoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 3 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together with a whisk or fork.
- Then, the bbq spice rub is ready to worked into your meat.
- Store your dry rub in the fridge in an airtight container.
- It will keep for two to four weeks.
- Apply a thin coat of vinegar-based mustard to the outside of your Boston butt.
- Good options include dijon mustard and yellow mustard.
- Work your homemade pork butt rub into your butt.
- This is an important step! Skin acts as a barrier to flavor, so if you don’t work the rub into the meat, the flavor will be lighter.
- Rub the prepared mix of spices into your meat on all sides thoroughly, and it will penetrate the skin to season the entire cut.
- Wrap your seasoned butt in foil. It can be beneficial to let the roast sit overnight.
- Prepare your barbecue with your chosen smoking wood to a temperature of at least 225 degrees.
- Cook your roast in the foil for about 60 to 90 minutes for every pound.
- Every two hours, make sure to turn the roast on a different side.
- Rub a bit of olive oil on the roast during this time to ensure moisture retention.
- When you think it’s close to being done, measure the internal temperature at the thickest part of your roast with a meat thermometer.
- When done, the internal temperature should measure 190 degrees.
- Once done on the barbecue, take off heat and let the meat sit for ten minutes.
- Then, it’s ready to cut and serve with your favorite side dishes!
Nutrition
Serving: 85g | Calories: 229kcal