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Poor Man’s Burnt Ends

Poor Man's Burnt Ends: BBQ Bliss for Budget-Friendly Feasts

Experience Poor Man's Burnt Ends, a budget-friendly BBQ delight that transforms affordable chuck roast into smoky, melt-in-your-mouth morsels.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chuck Roast
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast a flavorful cut of beef
For the Dry Rub
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard acts as a binder
  • 1 tablespoon Salt to enhance flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder for savory goodness
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder to enhance umami
  • 1 teaspoon Celery Seeds adds unique flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika for smoky flavor
For the Finish
  • 1 stick Salted Butter adds moisture and richness
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce for coating the burnt ends
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar enhances sweetness

Equipment

  • grill
  • meat thermometer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Aluminum foil
  • Foil pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Poor Man’s Burnt Ends
  1. Start by patting the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Coat with yellow mustard.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine dry rub ingredients and mix well. Generously sprinkle over the roast.
  3. Wrap the roast tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  4. Preheat the grill to 250°F for indirect heat.
  5. Place the marinated roast on the indirect heat side and cook for about 4 hours, until the internal temperature is 150–160°F.
  6. Wrap the roast in foil, pour BBQ sauce over it and add diced butter. Seal and return to grill, cooking until internal temp is 190–205°F.
  7. Let the roast rest for 30 minutes. Unwrap and slice into bite-sized pieces.
  8. Combine the cut pieces with remaining BBQ sauce and brown sugar in a foil pan. Cook for 30–40 minutes at 350°F.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-5 days or freeze for up to three months. Reheat at 350°F until warmed through.

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