Max pork Shoulder in a dutch oven?

Mantoothian

Hi All!
I'm in the market for a new Lodge Dutch Oven and I'm wondering how large/much pork shoulder can fit into each of the different sizes? I would like one with legs, but they look awfully shallow... I'm asking mainly so I can make batches of pork carnitas to feed 10-15 people on a Large BGE. Can I fit 2x 7 lb shoulders into a 6-QT dutch oven with appropriate liquid/juices? Thanks for the help!

bgebrent

You'll need larger than 6Q for 14# of shoulder pretty sure.

blasting

Mantoothian said:

Hi All!
I'm in the market for a new Lodge Dutch Oven and I'm wondering how large/much pork shoulder can fit into each of the different sizes? I would like one with legs, but they look awfully shallow... I'm asking mainly so I can make batches of pork carnitas to feed 10-15 people on a Large BGE. Can I fit 2x 7 lb shoulders into a 6-QT dutch oven with appropriate liquid/juices? Thanks for the help!

I try and buy my butts as close to 10lb each as I can.  I'm confident you could fit one of those in a 7 quart.  I love carnitas, if you feel like sharing, I'd love your recipe / how to.

CtTOPGUN

 If you want a large dutch oven that fits the LBGE perfectly may I suggest the Camp Chef 12qt "Grand Canyon" edition? I have only used it a couple times to date. The legs hold it off the platesetter with a good air gap. The lid also has stand-offs and it makes a good drip pan. I am very pleased with this purchase which is reasonably priced around $70. I used mine last week to make some "Boston Baked Brisket and Beans" That is a 6.3# brisket flat and 2#s of soaked beans for size reference.