- Description
Here's one for all you low and slow home bbq enthusiasts - the Boston Butt.
Cut from the top of the shoulder and neck with the skin removed, the Boston butt is a collection of boneless forequarter muscles with a sweet, rich pork flavour, indulgent marbling and long, sturdy muscle fibres. A slow cook is required to soften the muscle fibres and break down the connective tissues for the perfect melt in your mouth pulled pork but don't worry, this is a forgiving cut that won't dry out or overcook easily!
A full butt usually weighs over 5 kg so if you're after something a bit more suitable for just a few people try a collar butt. It's basically the same thing (cut from the same area and will cook and perform similarly), it's just smaller.