Chili Smoked Pork Recipe

Unleash the smoky, chili-infused flavor of this fall-inspired masterpiece! This time-efficient recipe (minimal effort, maximum flavor) requires a 24-hour marinade before smoking, resulting in incredibly tender and flavorful pork. Adapted from a Bon Appetit classic (June 1984), this recipe is perfect for your smoker and will impress your guests. Get ready for a smoky, chili-infused pork experience!

Prep Time 1440 mins
Cook Time 1860 mins
Calories 931.3 kcal
Protein 154g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chili Smoked Pork

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How to Make Chili Smoked Pork

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup chili powder, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. Place the pork roast (approximately 3-4 lbs) in a roasting pan. Generously rub the marinade all over the roast, ensuring it's fully coated. Pour any remaining marinade over the roast.
  3. Pour 1 cup of beer (your choice!) over the roast and marinade in the pan.
  4. Refrigerate for 24 hours, turning the roast occasionally.
  5. Preheat your smoker to medium-low heat (approximately 225-250°F).
  6. Evenly spread 1/2 cup of mesquite wood chips over the coals.
  7. Pour the remaining marinade into the smoker's drip pan. Add 1 cup of water to the drip pan.
  8. Place the pork roast on the smoker rack, positioned above the drip pan.
  9. Cover the smoker and smoke the pork until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 170°F (approximately 6-8 hours, depending on your smoker and the size of your roast). Add more water to the drip pan as needed to maintain moisture.
  10. Once the pork reaches 170°F, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

104g

Carbs

4g