Meat Church Hog Pork Injection

Pork Injection for Juicy Pulled Pork and Smoked Pork Shoulder

Build flavour and moisture from the inside out with Meat Church Hog Pork Injection, available online and in-store at You Need A BBQ in Sherwood Park, Alberta.

Designed specifically for barbecue pork, this easy-to-mix injection helps distribute savoury pork flavour and added moisture deep inside larger cuts of meat. It is an excellent choice for pork shoulder, Boston butt, pulled pork and other smoked-pork recipes.

Meat Church Hog Injection comes in a 1 lb resealable bag and can be mixed with water or another liquid of your choice. Adjust the mixture to suit your preferred flavour strength and injection consistency.

Why Choose Meat Church Hog Injection?

• Helps add flavour throughout the meat

• Supports moist and tender barbecue pork

• Designed for pork shoulder and pulled pork

• Excellent for low-and-slow smoking

• Mixing strength can be adjusted to taste

• Can be mixed with water or another suitable liquid

• Useful for backyard and competition-style barbecue

• Packaged in a resealable 1 lb bag

• Gluten-free

• Available in Canada from You Need A BBQ

What Is a Pork Injection?

A pork injection is a seasoned liquid injected directly into the meat before cooking.

Unlike a dry rub, which primarily seasons the exterior, an injection distributes flavour and moisture throughout the inside of a large cut. This is especially useful for pork shoulder and Boston butt because these cuts are thick and require several hours of cooking.

An injection can be used along with your favourite pork rub, barbecue sauce and cooking method.

What Can You Use Meat Church Hog Injection On?

Meat Church Hog Injection is ideal for:

• Pork shoulder

• Boston butt

• Pulled pork

• Picnic shoulder

• Pork roast

• Pork loin

• Thick pork chops

• Competition-style pork

• Whole hog preparations

It is especially useful for large cuts that will be smoked over several hours.

How to Mix Meat Church Hog Injection

Begin by mixing:

1/3 cup of Meat Church Hog Injection with 1 cup of water or another liquid of your choice.

Mix thoroughly until the powder is evenly dissolved.

The flavour and thickness of an injection are personal preferences. Add more liquid for a thinner mixture or adjust the concentration to suit your desired flavour strength. Always follow the current directions printed on the package.

How to Inject Pork Shoulder

Prepare the injection mixture and allow it to dissolve completely.

Fill a clean meat injector with the prepared liquid.

Insert the needle into several areas of the pork shoulder and slowly inject small amounts while gradually withdrawing the needle. Space the injections throughout the meat to distribute the liquid as evenly as possible.

Some liquid may escape from the injection points. This is normal.

After injecting, apply your favourite pork seasoning to the outside of the meat. Keep the pork refrigerated until you are ready to cook it.

Discard any injection mixture that has contacted raw meat, and thoroughly clean the injector after use.

Injection Tips

For more even results:

• Inject in a consistent pattern

• Use several smaller injections instead of a few large ones

• Stir the mixture before filling the injector

• Keep the injection cold before use

• Avoid overfilling one section of the meat

• Wipe away excess liquid before applying the exterior rub

• Clean and sanitize the injector immediately after use

For best results, use a meat injector with openings large enough for the prepared mixture to pass through easily.

Liquid Options

Water is the simplest mixing choice, but the injection may also be prepared with another suitable liquid depending on your recipe.

Possible options include:

• Water

• Apple juice

• Pork stock

• Low-sodium broth

• A combination of water and apple juice

Remember that broth, stock and other liquids may already contain salt. Adjust the concentration carefully to avoid over-seasoning the pork.

Recommended Meat Church Rub Pairings

After injecting, season the exterior with:

• Meat Church Honey Hog

• Meat Church Honey Hog Hot

• Meat Church The Gospel

• Meat Church Holy Gospel

• Meat Church Texas Sugar

• Meat Church Deez Nuts Pecan BBQ Rub

• Meat Church Hickory All-Purpose Seasoning

For layered flavour, use a savoury seasoning as the base and finish with a sweeter pork rub.

Ingredients and Allergen Information

Hydrolyzed vegetable protein containing hydrolyzed soy and corn protein and salt, with partially hydrogenated vegetable oil added; monosodium glutamate, sodium phosphate, xanthan gum and pork flavour containing pork stock, flavour and salt.

Gluten-free.

Contains soy.

Always refer to the current package for the latest ingredient, allergen, nutritional and preparation information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meat Church Hog Injection used for?

It is mixed with liquid and injected into pork to distribute added flavour and moisture throughout the meat before cooking.

What pork cuts are best for injection?

It is especially well suited to pork shoulder, Boston butt, picnic shoulder and other large pork roasts.

What is the recommended mixing ratio?

Meat Church recommends beginning with 1/3 cup of injection powder per 1 cup of water or another liquid. More liquid can be added for a thinner mixture.

Can I mix it with apple juice?

Yes. Meat Church states that the injection can be mixed with water or a liquid of your choice. Apple juice can add sweetness, but consider its sugar content and any additional flavours in your overall recipe.

Should I still apply a dry rub?

Yes. The injection seasons the inside of the meat, while a dry rub helps build flavour and bark on the outside.

How far apart should the injection points be?

Use several evenly spaced injection points throughout the pork. Smaller amounts injected in multiple areas generally distribute more evenly than one large injection.

When should I inject the pork?

The pork can be injected during preparation before the exterior seasoning is applied. Keep it properly refrigerated before cooking.

Is Meat Church Hog Injection gluten-free?

Yes. Meat Church labels Hog Injection as gluten-free.

Does Meat Church Hog Injection contain soy?

Yes. The official ingredient information identifies soy as an allergen.

How large is the package?

Meat Church Hog Injection comes in a 1 lb resealable bag, equal to 16 oz or approximately 453.6 g.

Where can I buy Meat Church Hog Injection in Canada?

Shop online or visit You Need A BBQ in Sherwood Park, Alberta.

Available at You Need A BBQ

Shop Meat Church Hog Pork Injection and a complete selection of Meat Church rubs, seasonings, brines and injections at You Need A BBQ.

Whether you are preparing smoked pork shoulder, pulled pork or competition-inspired barbecue, Meat Church Hog Injection helps add savoury flavour and moisture throughout the meat.

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