Traeger Smoked Pork Loin

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My Traeger smoked pork loin is always popular at a cookout or dinner party. It also great for a weeknight dinner and you can use the leftovers for sandwiches.  Serve the tender slices with some of your favorites sides, we especially like smoked mash and broccoli.

Traeger Smoked Pork Loin

• Its a cost effective cut that always comes out delicious.
• The meat from this cut is tender and less fatty than other pork recipes.
• No silver skin or connective tissue to remove.
• The pork loin can be cooked whole or cut into pieces.
• Beautifully melt-in-your-mouth texture!
• – You can use pork loin for pulled pork too, you just don’t need to trim it as much as a shoulder.

What You Need for Traeger Smoked Pork Loin

Not sure what to put on your shopping list? Here are the item you’ll need, I have put the exact amount at the bottom on the printable recipe card.

• Pork Loin
• Kosher Salt
• Black Pepper
• Oil
• Hot Sauce
• Mustard

How to make Traeger Smoked Pork Loin

 

1. Preparing the Pork

Mix the above spices if your using my homemade rub (I have the measurement just below)

Score the fat cap in a crisscross pattern. Apply mustard and hot sauce as a binder then apply the rub. This will help to tenderize the pork loin. If you have time leave wrapped overnight in the fridge.

Pork Rub Ingredients

• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp ground star anise
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

 

2 Smoking the Pork Loin

Remove from the fridge and let it sit for about 30 minutes to come to room temperature. Place the wrapped pork loin directly on the grill grates fat cap side up away from the heat.

Insert the temperature probe into the thickest part. Place the pork directly onto the grill grates, fat cap side up. Smoke at 165F for the first 1½ to 2 hours then up to 250F until internal temp hits 145°F (about 2-3 more hours).

 

3 Rest & Enjoy

Remove the loin and cover with foil, rest for 30 minutes.

What Temperature to Smoke the Pork Loin on a Traeger?

A low to moderate temperature of 165°F for the first 1½ to 2 hours then up to 250°F. This temp gives enough time for the smoke flavor to permeate the tender meat.

How Long to Smoke the Pork Loin on a Traeger?

At 165°F then 225°F a pork loin will take 1.5 hours per pound however you need to cook it to an internal temperature of 145°F.

Remember that this calculation is an estimate and count on your meat probe to know exactly.

What Internal Temperature Does Smoked Pork Loin Need to Be?

The internal temperature for pork before consumption is 145°F. Wondering how to tell pork is done without a thermometer? You should always use a calibrated internal meat probe. Place the calibrated and reliable meat thermometer in the thickest part of the loin and cook until it reaches 165°F

Choosing the Right Wood Pellets for a Pork Loin

Pork calls for a sweet and aromatic flavor. I would suggest going for a fruitwood like cherrywood or applewood.

What if I Don’t Have a Traeger Pellet Smoker?

If you don’t have a Traeger don’t worry! I have a recipe here that will still allow you to cook your pork loin.

If your using a Pit Boss grill, follow this pork loin recipe.

How Much Pork Loin Do You Need to Cook?

If your cooking for a crowd you might be wondering how many pounds of pork loin you need to allow per person? You need to allow at least eight ounces or a half-pound of pork loin for every guest.

What to Serve With Our Delicious Smoked Pork Loin Recipe?

– Starchy mashed veg like sweet potatoes or celeriac works well.

– Or an acidic touch of picked raw sauerkraut and balsamic caramelized onion.

See what to else to serve with your smoked pork loin here

Smoke On!

Charlie

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