This classic from the South
is a favorite from coast to coast, though sauces served alongside
vary widely from region to region. Serve your favorite sauce
with this slowly cooked pork roast, and offer tangy coleslaw
to top sandwiches.
American
Pork Barbecue
- 1 (5-pound )boneless pork
butt (shoulder roast)
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground white pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Soft sandwich buns
- Combine all seasonings
in a small bowl and rub evenly over roast.
- Prepare a medium fire,
banked, in covered grill. Position pork over a drip pan, add
about 1/2 inch water or apple juice to drip pan. Grill over indirect
heat for 3 1/2 to 4 hours, until pork is very tender. Add more
coals as needed to maintain a grill temperature of about 300
degrees, but avoid opening grill often.
- Remove pork to large cutting
board or platter and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice or
chop to serve.
Makes 20 servings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 450 calories
Protein 22 grams
Fat 25 grams
Sodium 1720 milligrams
Cholesterol 65 milligrams
Saturated Fat 9 grams
Carbohydrates 36 grams
Recipe provided courtesy
of Pork: The Other White Meat.
