How to Grill & Smoke Pork
Times, grill and smoker temperatures, and safe internal temperatures for every pork cut — tap any cut for a full time-and-temperature guide.
Pork Chop
Grill 450°F · 145°F internal
Pork TenderloinGrill 400°F · 145°F internal
BratwurstGrill 375°F · 160°F internal
Pork Shoulder (Butt)Smoke 225°F · 203°F internal
Pork Spare RibsSmoke 225°F · 195°F internal
Baby Back RibsSmoke 225°F · 195°F internal
Pork Belly Burnt EndsSmoke 250°F · 200°F internal
Smoked HamSmoke 250°F · 140°F internal
Pork at a glance
| Cut | Method | Temp | Internal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pork Chop | Grill | 450°F | 145°F |
| Pork Tenderloin | Grill | 400°F | 145°F |
| Bratwurst | Grill | 375°F | 160°F |
| Pork Shoulder (Butt) | Smoke | 225°F | 203°F |
| Pork Spare Ribs | Smoke | 225°F | 195°F |
| Baby Back Ribs | Smoke | 225°F | 195°F |
| Pork Belly Burnt Ends | Smoke | 250°F | 200°F |
| Smoked Ham | Smoke | 250°F | 140°F |