Roast Pig
A simple, rustic roast pig cooked over an open fire, with crispy skin and tender meat. This quick version uses a small pork shoulder and delivers big flavor with minimal ingredients.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rub the 2 lb pork shoulder all over with the 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let it sit while you prepare the fire.
Step 2
Build a small fire with charcoal and firewood, and let it burn down to glowing coals. Place a grill grate about 6 inches above the coals.
Step 3
Brush the pork with the 2 tbsp vegetable oil and place it on the grate. Roast, turning every 5 minutes, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 145°F, about 20 minutes total.
Step 4
Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill grate
- Charcoal and firewood
- Meat thermometer
- Knife
- Cutting board
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