Smoked Pork Loin

Step 1

In the morning, mix up the marinade: apple juice, honey, brown sugar, Traeger rub, pepper and oregano, in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until sugar is dissolved.

Step 2

Trim fat from pork loin, and using a sharp knife score the loin going about 1/4 inch deep, and 1 inch apart. Repeat going the opposite way.

Step 3

Place the loin in a deep pan, and pour the marinade over the loin. Refrigerate for 3 hours, flipping the loins half way through marinading.

Step 4

Using Mesquite pellets, Preheat smoker to 225 degrees for 15 minutes with the lid closed.

Step 5

Place loin directly on the grates and smoke until the internal temperature of the meat is 145 degrees. (about 2 hours)

Step 6

Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.