Pork Shoulder at 150°C (300°F)

Pork Shoulder at 150°C (300°F) — Overview

Hot-and-fast pulled pork. Significantly faster but still reaches probe tender if you're patient.

Cooking Times at 150°C (300°F)

Why Cook Pork Shoulder at 150°C?

Hot-and-fast pulled pork. Significantly faster but still reaches probe tender if you're patient.

Pro tip: Hot-and-fast produces slightly less smoke flavour but still excellent pulled pork. Spritz with apple cider vinegar hourly.

Step-by-Step: Pork Shoulder at 150°C

1. Preheat: Get your BBQ to a stable 150°C (300°F). Use a grill thermometer at grate level for accuracy.
2. Prep: Bring the pork shoulder to room temperature (15-20 minutes). Pat dry and season generously.
3. Set up: Configure your BBQ for indirect heat. Place coals on one side only, or turn off one burner on a gas BBQ.
4. Cook: Place the pork shoulder on the grate and cook for 35-45 min per 500g (6-8 hrs for 4kg). Flip halfway through.
5. Check: Use a digital meat thermometer. Target: 96°C (205°F) probe tender.
6. Rest: Remove from heat and rest before cutting or serving.

Common Mistakes at 150°C

• Not preheating properly — a cold grill at 150°C means uneven cooking and longer times.
• Skipping the thermometer — time is a guide, internal temperature is the law.
• Opening the lid too often — every peek drops the temperature by 10-15°C and extends cooking time.
• Not resting — cutting immediately loses up to 30% of the juices. Rest for at least 5 minutes.

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