National Roast Suckling Pig Day
On December 18th, National Roast Suckling Pig Day honors a savory dish that requires some planning to make.. The findings, on the other hand, are well worth the effort.
A suckling pig, aged two to six weeks, is still nourished by its mother's milk. The pig is roasted whole until the skin is crisp. The meat is tender and succulent.
Suckling pig can range from 8-30 pounds to $20-$20 a pound, depending on the region. These factors, as well as the daunting challenge of roasting a whole (granted small) pig, make the finished product a delicacy most anywhere in the world.
The roasting process is not that difficult if you have the right equipment and ingredients. If you've roasted a whole turkey, you can also prepare a suckling pig. Only the smallest piglets will fit into most standard home ovens. Many at the lower weight range will have about 20 adult servings.
