BBQ Smoking Time & Temp Estimation Tool

Estimate the ideal smoking temperature, total time, and wrapping point for your meat cut, weight, smoker type, and desired tenderness to avoid dry or undercooked results.

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Plans long smokes.

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We ask for meat cut, meat weight, smoker type, desired tenderness, wrap method, wood smoke intensity, and ambient temperature because these estimate times (e.g., 12 hours for brisket). These inputs avoid undercooking. Limitation: the tool uses averages and may not reflect smoker efficiency; monitor internal temps.

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BBQ Smoking Estimation for Pork Butt

Estimated Temperature Range

• 225°F to 250°F

Total Time

• 1.5 to 2 hours per pound
  For a 5-10 lb pork butt, expect a total cooking time of approximately 10 to 20 hours.

Stall/Wrap Point

• The stall typically occurs around 150°F to 170°F. At this point, the internal temperature of the meat will plateau for several hours due to evaporative cooling.
• Texas Crutch: To overcome the stall, you can wrap the pork butt in foil (also known as the Texas Crutch) at around 160°F. This helps retain moisture and can speed up the cooking process.

Monitoring Tips

1. Use a Meat Thermometer: Invest in a reliable meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature accurately.
2. Check for Tenderness: Beyond just temperature, check for tenderness by probing with a fork or skewer. It should slide in easily when the pork is done.
3. Keep the Lid Closed: Minimize opening your smoker to maintain consistent temperature and smoke.

Alternatives

1. Smoke Without Wrapping: If you prefer a thicker bark, skip the wrap. This may extend cooking time but will enhance the crust.
2. Use Apple Juice or Vinegar Spray: Instead of wrapping, you can periodically spray the pork butt with apple juice or vinegar to keep it moist during the cooking process.

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Built by The Tool Collective team. As you may know, we are a group of diverse multi-hobby individuals with loads of unique interests. Grilling/Smoking/BBQing is a mainstay in our households. It's also a ritualistic art for a lot of men and cooks out there. It's a hobby with many passionate individuals who build careers and status among their friends and family. Being a grill master is a prized title, and we hope our tools can help those like us buy the perfect products and level up their grill game.

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