{"id":4014,"date":"2023-05-12T03:45:54","date_gmt":"2023-05-12T03:45:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lianapatterson.com\/?p=4014"},"modified":"2023-05-12T03:45:54","modified_gmt":"2023-05-12T03:45:54","slug":"how-long-to-smoke-pork-butt-at-225","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lianapatterson.com\/how-long-to-smoke-pork-butt-at-225\/","title":{"rendered":"How long to Smoke Pork Butt at 225"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>How long to smoke pork butt at 225 degrees Fahrenheit typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours per pound of meat. This means that an 8-pound pork butt will take around 12 to 16 hours to smoke at 225 degrees Fahrenheit. However, it&#8217;s important to note that smoking times can vary based on a variety of factors, such as the type of smoker being used, the outside temperature, and the desired level of doneness. It&#8217;s important to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature of the pork butt reaches 195-205 degrees Fahrenheit before removing it from the smoker.<\/p>\n<h3>FAQs<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q: What is a pork butt?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> A pork butt, also known as a Boston butt, is a cut of pork that comes from the upper part of the shoulder of the pig. Despite its name, it is not actually from the pig&#8217;s rear end.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: What is smoking?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Smoking is a cooking technique that involves cooking food over low heat in a smoker, which is designed to produce smoke and cook the food at the same time. The smoke comes from burning wood chips or chunks, which infuses the food with a smoky <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Flavor\">flavor<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: What is the best wood to use for smoking pork butt?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> The best wood to use for smoking pork butt is a matter of personal preference, but some popular choices include hickory, apple, oak, and cherry. Hickory is a strong wood that produces a bold, smoky flavor, while fruit woods like apple and cherry produce a milder, sweeter smoke.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Should I wrap my pork butt in foil while smoking?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Wrapping a pork butt in foil, also known as the &#8220;Texas crutch,&#8221; can help speed up the cooking process and keep the meat moist. However, it can also prevent the meat from developing a crisp bark on the outside. Whether or not to wrap the pork butt in foil is a matter of personal preference.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: How do I know when my pork butt is done?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> The best way to know when your pork butt is done is to use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The pork butt is done when the internal temperature reaches 195-205 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature, the meat should be tender and pulled apart easily with a fork.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read This: <a href=\"https:\/\/lianapatterson.com\/how-long-to-boil-brats\/\">How long to Boil Brats<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How long to smoke pork butt at 225 degrees Fahrenheit typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours per pound of meat. This means that an 8-pound pork butt will take around 12 to 16 hours to smoke at 225 degrees Fahrenheit. 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