Shoulder Butt Roast
The KuneKune butt roast comes from the top half of the shoulder. This particular cut is treasured for its exceptional tenderness and rich, succulent flavor. It boasts a marbling of delicate intramuscular fat, which contributes to its tender and juicy texture. Upon cooking, its flavor profile is intricate, with subtle hints of sweetness and a rich, savory undertone.
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The KuneKune butt roast comes from the top half of the shoulder. This particular cut is treasured for its exceptional tenderness and rich, succulent flavor. It boasts a marbling of delicate intramuscular fat, which contributes to its tender and juicy texture. Upon cooking, its flavor profile is intricate, with subtle hints of sweetness and a rich, savory undertone.
(LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
The KuneKune butt roast comes from the top half of the shoulder. This particular cut is treasured for its exceptional tenderness and rich, succulent flavor. It boasts a marbling of delicate intramuscular fat, which contributes to its tender and juicy texture. Upon cooking, its flavor profile is intricate, with subtle hints of sweetness and a rich, savory undertone.
(LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
Cooking Recommendations
When preparing a KuneKune butt roast, we recommend slow-cooking methods which further enhance the tenderness and depth of flavor. Whether braised, roasted, or slow-cooked on the smoker, this cut lends itself to a myriad of culinary applications.
Low and slow is the name of the game. To achieve the desired fall-off-the-bone perfection, you need to cook your Pork Butt to 180°F, and keep it there for a few hours. This time allows the connective tissue to break down, and lessens the chance moisture will escape. When slow cooking meat, you want to layer your flavors by using REAL stocks and bone broths along with fresh herbs in your braising liquid. Don’t be afraid of acid. Always finish a deep braise with vinegar or fresh citrus. If you prefer to BBQ / smoke your Pork Butt, use real wood or wood chips and lump hardwood charcoal. You want your meat to be as dry as possible before going on a smoker to build a good pellicle for the smoke to adhere to.
KuneKunes are a heritage breed of pig that thrives on pasture. Our Herd is raised on a Non-GMO, corn free ration and rotationally grazed on our 30 acre farm of rolling hills. KuneKune pork is a deep red, marbled, flavorful meat. Unlike traditional pork, KuneKune pork is rich in Vitamins D and E and Omegas 3, 6, and 9!
We can say these things about our pork:
Certified 100% Kunekune Pork
Non-GMO Fed
Antibiotic & Hormones Free
USDA Inspected & Vacuum Sealed Packaging
Michigan Grown Farm
Raised by certified KuneKune Pork Producers Association Members