Hawaiian Punch Pulled Pork

By Danny Dobrzenski

Hawaiian Punch Pulled Pork, made on the Masterbuilt Gravity Series® 800, is a fun twist on a classic. The pork is slow-cooked until it's tender and packed with the sweet and tangy flavors of a Hawaiian Punch marinade. Served on soft buns with a fresh pineapple slaw, it's a great mix of sweet and savory. It's a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with grilled corn or an ice-cold drink.

This charcoal smoker grill provides all the benefits of charcoal flavor, with the ease of a gas grill. While other charcoal grills require manual temperature checking, The Masterbuilt Gravity BBQ Grill allows you to monitor and adjust the temperature with the mobile app.

The Hawaiian Punch Pulled Pork, made on the Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800, is a fun twist on a classic.

The Magic of Hawaiian Punch in Pulled Pork

Using Hawaiian Punch in pulled pork is a great way to add a fun twist to the dish. The sweet and tangy flavors of the punch mix perfectly with the richness of the pork, creating a nice balance that makes each bite delicious. As the pork cooks slowly, it soaks up the fruity flavors of the marinade, resulting in tender, juicy meat. Plus, the acidity in Hawaiian Punch helps break down the meat, making it easy to shred. This creative ingredient not only enhances the flavor but also adds a little surprise that everyone will enjoy at the table!

Using Hawaiian Punch in pulled pork is a great way to add a fun twist to the dish.
A scored pork butt sits in a pool of Hawaiian Punch in an aluminum baking pan.A deeply scored pork butt cooked to falling-apart tenderness sits in its juices in an aluminum baking panPulled pork piled high and spilling off a toasted bun bottom. The bun top toasted golden brown sits a bit off to the side.

Smoking Pulled Pork on the Masterbuilt Gravity Series

Smoking pulled pork on the Masterbuilt Gravity Series is a fantastic way to achieve that perfect blend of smoky flavor and tender texture. This grill makes it easy to maintain consistent temperatures, which is essential for slow-cooking pork to perfection. With the Gravity Series, you can set the temperature and let the meat do its thing, soaking up all that delicious smoky goodness as it cooks. The efficient charcoal system provides that rich flavor without the hassle of constant monitoring, allowing you to relax and enjoy the process!

Danny Dobrzenski

Hawaiian Punch Pulled Pork

Serves: 6 people
Cook Time: 3 - 4 hours
Skill:
Beginner:
Method:
Smoked
Food:
Pork
Hawaiian Punch Pulled Pork

Ingredients

  • Main

The Hawaiian Punch Pulled Pork, made on the Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800, is a fun twist on a classic. The pork is slow-cooked until it’s tender and packed with the sweet and tangy flavors of a Hawaiian punch marinade. Served on soft buns with a fresh pineapple slaw, it’s a great mix of sweet and savory. It’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with grilled corn or an ice-cold drink.

This charcoal smoker grill provides all the benefits of charcoal flavor, with the ease of a gas grill. While other charcoal grills require manual temperature checking, The Masterbuilt Gravity BBQ Grill allows you to monitor and adjust the temperature with the mobile app.

Instructions

  1. 01

    Crosshatch your pork butt to allow deeper flavor penetration from the rub, Hawaiian punch, and smoke flavor

  2. 02

    Place pork butt in a large pot or storage container and fill with Hawaiian Punch to cover meat, place in fridge overnight

  3. 03

    Heat smoker to 250F

  4. 04

    Liberally cover pork butt with Pork'N Rub from Blazing Star BBQ on all sides. Allow to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to let BBQ rub absorb into meat

  5. 05

    Place on smoker and leave the lid closed for the first 60-90 minutes to let the rub set. When rub is not wet or tacky any longer it's time to spritz the meat to keep moist.

  6. 06

    Spritz with a 50/50 mix of Hawaiian Punch and water every 30-45 minutes until pork hits 165F internal

  7. 07

    When meat hits 165F, place in aluminum pan and fill about 1 inch of Hawaiian Punch on the bottom, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and place back in the smoker until meat hits about 200F internal

  8. 08

    Test meat with meat thermometer to feel if it's done. You'll know it's done when you can put the probe in with little to no resistance from the meat

  9. 09

    Allow meat to rest for a minimum of 2 hours before pulling it. Keep it in a cooler, or in your oven at the lowest setting. I prefer to rest mine for 3-4 hours

  10. 10

    Enjoy!

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