Bold & Spicy Gochujang Pulled Pork

Summer's here & we're SMASHING flavor with this twist on classic pulled pork. Get ready for smoky, spicy & tangy perfection that will wow everyone at your next BBQ.
INGREDIENTS:
1, 8 lb. (4 kg) pork shoulder/Boston butt
3 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. pepper
2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. ginger powder
½ tsp. chili powder
2 tbsp. brown sugar
Mop
1 ½ cups (383 ml) rice wine vinegar
¼ cup (64 ml) gochujang paste
1 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp. salt
DIRECTIONS:
The day before, or at least 40 minutes prior to cooking, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, ginger powder, chili powder, and brown sugar. Thoroughly rub the pork shoulder with this mixture. Set it on a rack over a sheet pan or plate and refrigerate until ready to cook.
Set up your grill or smoker for a long cook and preheat to between 250°F and 300°F (212°C and 149°C). Use your favorite smoke woods for this, however, hickory and oak would be very North Carolina style.
When the grill is ready, place the pork over the unlit area of the grill and allow it to cook until it reaches a temperature of around 160°F and 170°F (71°C to 82°C).
Once the pork is on your grill, combine the vinegar, gochujang, sugar, and salt. Whisk until everything is dissolved. Every 45 to 60 minutes while waiting for the pork to reach temperature, baste it with the mop sauce. At this point, if you have hit a stall, you can wrap the pork and continue cooking until an internal temperature of 205°F (96°C). If you are not having any trouble, you can continue cooking, unwrapped, and basting until 205°F (96°C) has been reached.
Remove the pork from the barbecue and allow it to rest, covered, for at least 60 minutes before shredding or pulling. Discard excess fat and bone, then toss the shredded meat with lots or a little of the remaining mop.
Serve on bread or buns, rice, or just a plate with your favorite barbecue side dishes.
Kicking off summer has never been tastier and this bold twist on a classic will leave you and your guests wanting more!
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