I read the BBQ Brethren Contest Rules and didn't see anything about the Pork Parting rule. Maybe I missed it so I am asking is it legal in a BBQ Brethren Sanctioned Event?
Yup, You missed it.
[FONT="]Pork[/FONT]
[FONT="]Pork is defined as a Whole Shoulder, Butt, or Boston Butt, or Picnic. Starting weight must be 5.25 lb. minimum. Tenderloins, Loins and pre-trimmed "money muscles" are not permitted. [/FONT]
[FONT="]Pork must be cooked whole to 145 degrees Fahrenheit, after which it may be manipulated and finished at the cook’s discretion. For health safety, a temperature of 145 must be maintained until delivery to the judges. [/FONT]
[FONT="]Pork may be submitted as a combination of styles or single style; such as Pulled, Sliced, Chopped or Diced. Bark, the outer layer of the pork, is also acceptable as part of your entry. [/FONT]
So, that means that once you cooked the butt to a safe serving temp of 145, you may do what ever you damn well please! :grin: