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Poor Man’s Burnt Ends

Savory Poor Man’s Burnt Ends: A Flavorful BBQ Delight

Enjoy budget-friendly Poor Man’s Burnt Ends, featuring tender chuck roast and a robust BBQ flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Barbecue
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast Tender meat base
For the Dry Rub
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard Helps the dry rub adhere
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper Adds heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Savory aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Celery Seeds Introduces crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Delivers smoky flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Provides richness
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Glazes and sweetens
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Balances flavors

Equipment

  • grill
  • airtight container
  • Aluminum foil
  • Foil pan
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Chuck Roast: Pat the chuck roast dry and coat it with yellow mustard. Mix dry rub ingredients and apply over the meat.
  2. Marinate: Cover the seasoned roast and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  3. Prepare the Grill: Set up the BBQ for indirect heat at 250°F and add wood chips.
  4. Initial Cook: Grill the marinated roast for about 4 hours until it reaches 150°F to 160°F.
  5. Wrap and Glaze: Place the roast on foil, add butter and BBQ sauce, then wrap tightly and return to grill.
  6. Rest: Let the foil-wrapped roast rest for 30 minutes after cooking.
  7. Final Glaze: Slice roast, mix with remaining BBQ sauce and sugar, then grill for an additional 30 to 40 minutes.
  8. Finish Cooking: Remove from grill, monitor sauce thickening, and serve the burnt ends.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the roast to rest for maximum juiciness. Maintain a steady grill temperature for even cooking.

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