Name: Pork Burnt Ends
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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February 18, 2026

These Pork Burnt Ends are a delicious appetizer that combines savory pork shoulder bites with garlic, honey, and red pepper flakes. They’re perfect for your next barbecue or fourth of July celebration. Burnt ends are cubes of point-end smoked brisket that have been seasoned and returned to cook. When allowed to caramelize, they become tender and crispy on the outside.

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Pork Burnt Ends

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Cut the pork shoulder into bite sized pieces, trimming off excess fat as needed.

Add the pork pieces to a bowl, drizzle with 2 tbsp of olive oil, and sprinkle with all purpose seasoning.

Place the pork pieces into a baking dish, and cover with tin foil. Bake for 1 hour.

In a bowl, whisk together the honey, garlic, onion powder and red pepper flakes.

Remove the meat from the oven, uncover, and pour the sauce over the pork.

Stir to combine, and cook uncovered for 30 minutes.

Remove the pork again, stir and cook for 30 minutes longer. If there is hardly any water at this point, place a small amount in the bottom of the dish before returning to the oven.

Serve garnished with chopped green onions.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Fat Trimming Technique 🔪
Carefully trim excess hard fat from the pork shoulder, leaving a thin layer for moisture and flavor, which helps achieve those perfect crispy edges on your burnt ends.
Honey Glaze Timing 🍯
Apply the honey-based glaze during the final 15-20 minutes of cooking to prevent burning and create a perfect caramelized exterior without scorching.
Cube Consistency Matters 🧊
Cut pork shoulder into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture across all your burnt ends.
Seasoning Layer Technique 🌶️
Create a dry rub by combining all-purpose seasoning, onion powder, and red pepper flakes, then generously coat cubes and let sit for 30 minutes before cooking to develop deeper flavor.
Smoke Infusion Hack 💨
For enhanced smoky flavor, add wood chips like hickory or apple wood during the cooking process, which will complement the pork's natural richness.

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