Suckling Pig, 15-17lb.

$213
1 suckling pig (approximately 6-9 lbs.)

Authentic suckling pig (cochinillo de Segovia) is a classic Spanish preparation revered by gourmands for centuries but rarely available outside of Spain. These are true suckling pigs, raised only on mother’s milk. Suckling pig is typically roasted slowly at a low temperature until the skin becomes very crisp and the meat becomes very tender.

These suckling pigs are from Tabladillo, Segovia’s largest producer, family-run for three generations. Their state-of-the-art facilities employ strict quality controls from breeding through processing and offer full traceability. Tabladillo is the first cochinillo producer to earn the Food Award of Spain.

Size:

1 suckling pig (approximately 6-9 lbs.)

Features:

  • 100% milk fed
  • Under 4 weeks old
  • Full traceability

Origin:

Spain

Store frozen suckling pigs in your freezer until you're ready to use them, then thaw only as many as you plan on cooking.

Thawing Tips

To make cochinillo, split the pig open along the belly side and season the cavity liberally with salt. Rub the skin generously with butter and season it with salt also. Arrange the pig splayed open, skin-side down on a rack set in a sheet pan and dot the cavity with more butter. Cook at 325°F for about 2 hours, to start rendering the fat. After about 2 hours, turn the pig skin side up, pour off excess fat from the pan, and lower the heat to 275°F. Cook for another 2.5 hours, or until the skin is golden, the joints feel soft and pliable, and the meat’s internal temp reaches 208-212°F. Cover the feet and ears with foil if they start to burn.

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