Guangdong-style Roasted Suckling Pig

Guangdong-style Roasted Suckling Pig

Guangdong-style Roasted Suckling Pig is a signature dish of the Cantonese cuisine. It is a whole piglet that is seasoned with salt, sugar, and spices, and roasted until the skin is crispy and golden brown. The meat inside is tender and juicy, and the flavor is enhanced by the fragrant aroma of the spices used in the seasoning. It is often served with fresh vegetables or rice, and is a popular dish for special occasions and celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 1 suckling pig, about 5 kg
  • 65 g maltose
  • 25 g honey
  • 70 ml Shaoxing wine
  • 10 g salt
  • 2 tsp five spice powder
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 200 ml chicken stock
  • 6 slices fresh ginger
  • 3 spring onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 2 tbsp oil

About the recipe

Cook Time: 240-300 minutes
Portions: 8-10 servings
Difficulty: Hard

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