Preparing pork butt, also known as Boston butt or shoulder, can sometimes yield dry and tough meat when it isnt done properly. Injecting the meat can help less-experienced cooks attain pork thats succulent and moist. Inject the marinade throughout the pork to ensure that every part of the meat is flavorful; penetrating many areas of the meat ensures an equal distribution of moisture and flavor.
Pork butt, which comes from the shoulders of the pig, makes the most amazing pulled pork, which you can use in sandwiches, tacos, nachos, on top of rice, or served with potatoes. By injecting your meat, youll also save some time as overnight marinades or rubs are optional.
This easy recipe is a perfect mix of sweet and salty and pairs nicely with various spice rubs. Our mix makes enough to marinate an 8-pound pork butt. Scale the ingredients up or down for bigger or smaller cuts. For ultimate flavor, use extra spice rub in the marinade to season the outside of the pork. With this type of technique, you can spread delicious flavor throughout a piece of pork before placing it on the grill or in the smoker.
Before you start, be sure to have a proper meat syringe or injector, which can be found in kitchen supply stores or online. If making the marinade ahead of time to inject later, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, but never save marinade that has been in contact with raw meat as it can be the source of foodborne illness.
“An injection marinade guarantees the most flavorful, moist pork roast possible. The addition of a spice rub incorporating some of the same seasonings as the marinade enhances the flavor even more.” —Diana Andrews
The ingredient combinations for a pork butt injection are endless. Add different liquids like apple cider vinegar, apple cider, BBQ sauce, or Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle in spices like cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, paprika, and celery salt.
Steps to Make It
- Gather the ingredients.
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- Combine the apple juice or cider, apple cider vinegar, water, Worcestershire sauce, maple syrup, melted butter, and pork rub in a small mixing bowl. Season the pork on the outside using some extra dry rub.
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- Using a meat injection syringe, inject the mixture into several different spots in the pork roast. The more entrance points you can make, the better the flavor distribution will be.
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- Grill or smoke the pork shoulder right away or store in the fridge until ready to use—from a few hours up to overnight. Enjoy.
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FAQ
Can you inject apple cider vinegar into pork?
Why do you put apple cider vinegar on pork?
What’s the best thing to inject for a pork loin?
How do you make a pork injection?
Pork Injection. 1 3 cups Apple Juice. 2 1 cup water. 3 ½ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar. 4 ½ tbsp garlic salt. 5 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce. 6 (more items)
can you drink apple cider vinegar?
You can absolutely drink apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is known to improve cholesterol level, promote healthy blood sugar, aid with digestion by boosting stomach acid production and support weight loss by giving less craving.
How do you use a pork injector?
Pork Injection. To inject, fill the injector by placing the tip of the needle in to the liquid and pulling back on the plunger until full. Insert the needle in to the meat, inject the liquid in to the shoulder by pushing down on the plunger, and slowly pull the needle out in order to maximize each injection.
How to make a pork butt injection?
1. Experiment with seasonings. The ingredient combinations for a pork butt injection are endless. Add different liquids like apple cider vinegar, apple cider, BBQ sauce, or Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle in spices like cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, paprika, and celery salt. Add herbs like dried thyme.