Resting time, carryover cooking, and why it matters.
Rest Time
30-60min
Carryover Rise
+5-10°F
Tent with Foil?
Yes
Rule of Thumb
Rest at least 30 minutes. For best pulled pork, rest up to 1-2 hours in a cooler.
The long rest allows rendered fat and collagen to be reabsorbed into the meat, making it easier to pull and more flavorful.
Wrap in foil and towels, then place in a cooler (without ice) for an extended hold. The meat will stay above 140F for several hours.
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45 min preset
Rest Pork Shoulder (Pulled Pork) for 30-60 minutes after cooking. Rest at least 30 minutes. For best pulled pork, rest up to 1-2 hours in a cooler..
The long rest allows rendered fat and collagen to be reabsorbed into the meat, making it easier to pull and more flavorful.
Yes, carryover cooking raises the internal temperature by approximately 5-10°F during resting. Account for this when checking doneness.
Yes, loosely tent Pork Shoulder (Pulled Pork) with foil while resting. Wrap in foil and towels, then place in a cooler (without ice) for an extended hold. The meat will stay above 140F for several hours.
No, Pork Shoulder (Pulled Pork) stays warm during the recommended rest time of 30-60 minutes. Tenting with foil helps retain heat. The internal temperature actually continues to rise during this period.
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