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Sardinian Porceddu


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  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Total Time: 5 hours
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Sardinian Porceddu is a traditional dish from Sardinia that features whole roasted piglet, known for its crispy skin and tender meat, seasoned with aromatic herbs.


Ingredients

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  • 1 whole suckling pig
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup olive oil


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°C (482°F).
  2. Clean the pig and dry the skin thoroughly.
  3. Mash garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper into a paste.
  4. Rub the paste generously over the pig, including inside the cavity.
  5. Place the pig on a roasting spit.
  6. Roast the pig, basting with olive oil and white wine, until skin is crispy and meat is tender, about 4-5 hours.
  7. Let it rest for 30 minutes before carving and serving.

Notes

  • For an authentic flavor, consider cooking over an open flame.
  • Serve with traditional Sardinian sides like roasted potatoes or grilled vegetables.
  • Adjust the herbs according to taste preferences.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-5 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg