Learn how to smoke an 8lb pork shoulder to perfection, resulting in tender, juicy pulled pork. This recipe outlines the key temperatures and steps for a successful smoked pulled pork, perfect for feeding a crowd.
1. Season the 8lb pork shoulders generously with your favorite BBQ rub.
2. Place the seasoned pork shoulders in a smoker preheated to 275°F.
3. Smoke the pork until an internal temperature of 160°F is reached.
4. Once 160°F is reached, remove the pork from the smoker and place it in a pan or wrap it tightly with foil.
5. Return the pork (in the pan or wrapped) to the smoker and continue cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 202°F, or until it is probe tender.
6. For an 8lb pork shoulder, the total cook time is approximately 8 hours.
