Pork shoulder

A fatty, well-marbled cut ideal for slow cooking. Becomes tender and shreds easily after hours of gentle heat. The foundation of pulled pork and carnitas.

Pork shoulder

Used for

  • carnitas
  • pulled pork
  • braises

In the kitchen

  • Braise.
  • Slow cook.
  • Shred.

Picking it at the store

  • Bone-in has more flavor.
  • Look for good marbling.
  • Boston butt and pork shoulder are the same cut.

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