Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

granulated sugar

0.5 cup

coarse salt

0.25 cup

distilled white vinegar

6 clove

garlic

crushed

1 unit

orange zest

grated

5 unit

bone-in pork shoulder blade roast

1.5 cup

sweet and spicy red chili grilling glaze

2 cup

hickory wood chips

0.75 cup

dark brown sugar

packed

0.5 cup

Korean chili paste (gochujang)

medium-heat

0.5 cup

distilled white vinegar

0.25 cup

soy sauce

2 piece

ginger root

peeled

2 tbsp

dark Asian sesame oil

6 clove

garlic

1 tsp

salt

Step 1
~12 min

Mix 2 quarts lukewarm water, sugar, salt, vinegar, garlic, and orange zest in a large bowl.

Step 2
~12 min

Stir until sugar and salt dissolve.

Step 3
~12 min

Add the pork roast to the brine.

Step 4
~12 min

Cover and refrigerate overnight or up to 2 days.

Step 5
~12 min

Remove pork from the brine and discard the brine.

Step 6
~12 min

Put pork into a glass dish and coat well on all sides with some of the glaze.

Step 7
~12 min

Cover and refrigerate for several hours or up to 1 day.

Step 8
~12 min

Soak wood chips in a large bowl of water for at least 1 hour.

Step 9
~12 min

Prepare a charcoal grill or heat a gas grill to medium-hot for indirect cooking.

Step 10
~12 min

Arrange coals on two sides of the grill or turn off burners in the center of the gas grill.

Step 11
~12 min

Place the cooking grate in place and let it heat for a few minutes.

Step 12
~12 min

Put the pork roast in the center of the grill (not directly over the heat).

Step 13
~12 min

Add a small handful of the wood chips to the coals.

Step 14
~12 min

If using a gas grill, wrap soaked chips in a foil pouch, pierce it with small holes, and place it directly over the heat source.

Step 15
~12 min

Cover the grill and cook on medium-low (about 275 degrees if you have an oven thermometer), basting frequently with some of the red chili glaze.

Step 16
~12 min

Cook until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

Step 17
~12 min

The roast should be very nicely burnished red with some crispy edges.

Step 18
~12 min

Let the pork rest on a cutting board for about 20 minutes.

Step 19
~12 min

Slice very thinly and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer for accurate cooking.

Baste frequently for maximum flavor.

Adjust the amount of chili paste to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pork can be brined up to 2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and kimchi.

Serve with slaw.

Serve on buns for sandwiches

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Kimchi
Slaw
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

American BBQ with Korean Flavors

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Tailgating

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
BBQ
Tailgating
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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