Happy National Roast Suckling Pig Day! On December 18, today recognizes a savory dish that takes some planning to prepare. The results, however, are worth the effort.
A suckling pig is a young pig, between the ages of two to six weeks, which is still fed by its mother’s milk. The pig is roasted whole until the skin is crisp. The meat is tender and succulent.
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Suckling pig can range between 8-30 pounds and expect between $12-$20 a pound depending on the market.
These factors coupled with the daunting task of roasting a whole (granted small) pig make the finished product a delicacy most anywhere in the world.
With the right tools and ingredients, the roasting process is not that complicated. If you’ve roasted a whole turkey, you can cook a suckling pig.
Only the smallest piglets will fit into most standard home ovens. Those at the lower weight range will provide about twenty adult servings.
HOW TO OBSERVE
On National Roast Suckling Pig Day, do you feel up to the challenge? If you do, this celebration challenges us to give this recipe a try: Whole Roasted Suckling Pig.
One way to take on this savory task is by dividing up the responsibilities. Invite others to help you conquer and then savor the suckling pig.
Use #RoastSucklingPigDay to post on social media.
HISTORY
While National Day Calendar® continues researching the origins of this savory day, they hope you won’t make a pig out of yourself enjoying it.
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