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Caribbean Jerk Smoked Pork Shoulder

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Infuse your BBQ with bold island flavor using this Caribbean Jerk Smoked Pork Shoulder. Marinated in a fiery, fragrant jerk blend and slow-smoked to tender, fall-apart perfection, this Jamaican-inspired pork dish is packed with sweet heat and smoky depth. Perfect for backyard feasts, holidays, or tropical-inspired dinners.

Ingredients

For the Pork & Marinade:

  • 4-5 lb pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)

  • 2 tbsp allspice

  • 1 tbsp ground thyme

  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • 2 tsp ground nutmeg

  • 2 tsp kosher salt

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)

  • 1 small onion, roughly chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves

  • 3 scallions

  • 1 Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper (seeded if preferred)

  • 1/2 cup orange juice

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Make the Marinade:
    In a blender or food processor, blend all ingredients (except pork) until a thick, smooth jerk marinade forms.

  2. Marinate the Pork:
    Pat the pork shoulder dry and place in a bowl or resealable bag. Coat generously with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

  3. Prepare the Smoker:
    Let pork come to room temp for 30 minutes before cooking.
    Preheat your smoker to 250°F (120°C) using a mix of hickory and fruitwood (apple or cherry) chips.

  4. Smoke the Pork:
    Place pork directly on smoker grates. Smoke for 6–8 hours, until internal temp reaches 195–205°F (90–96°C) and meat is tender.
    Optional: Wrap pork in foil at 165°F to retain moisture during final hours.

  5. Rest & Serve:
    Let rest for 30 minutes. Slice or shred and serve with lime wedges, grilled pineapple, or traditional rice and beans.

Notes

  • For milder heat, use half a Scotch bonnet or remove all seeds.

  • Leftovers are amazing in tacos, sliders, or bowls.

  • Freeze portions of shredded pork for easy meal prep later.

Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/caribbean-jerk-smoked-pork-shoulder/