These Pork Burnt Ends with a Spicy Butter Injection will make your barbecue experience better. When tender pork belly cubes are injected with a flavorful mixture and then smoked to perfection, the smoky, spicy, and buttery flavors work so well together. Get ready to wow your guests with these delicious pork burnt ends!
Ingredients: 4 lbs pork belly, cubed. For the Spicy Butter Injection:. - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted. - 1/4 cup apple juice. - 2 tablespoons hot sauce. - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. For the Dry Rub:. - 2 tablespoons brown sugar. - 1 tablespoon paprika. - 1 tablespoon chili powder. - 1 tablespoon garlic powder. - 1 tablespoon onion powder. - 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper. - Salt and black pepper to taste. Wood chunks for smoking.
Instructions: Preheat your smoker to 250F 121C. In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the Spicy Butter Injection. Inject the pork belly cubes with the spicy butter mixture, distributing it evenly. In another bowl, combine all the ingredients for the Dry Rub. Generously coat the injected pork belly cubes with the dry rub, ensuring an even coating on all sides. Place the pork belly cubes on the preheated smoker grates and add wood chunks for smoking. Smoke for 2.5 to 3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 200F 93C. Remove the pork burnt ends from the smoker and let them rest for 10 minutes. Serve the Pork Burnt Ends with Spicy Butter Injection and savor the delightful combination of smoky, spicy, and buttery flavors. Experience the joy of indulging in perfectly smoked and seasoned pork burnt ends with this mouthwatering recipe.