Suckling Pig (with pics)

MGOBlue

Here it is!  I was a bit disappointed as it is only about 13lbs but we'll see how it goes.  I'll try to post more later as I get it going. 

Hi54putty

Cute little guy. Look forward to seeing the cook.

Cymbaline65

What are the dimensions of the 13 pounder? I did an 18lb about 7yrs ago but I had to do it on the Weber kettle as it was too big for my BGE. I still turned out great and people still talk about it. Are you using an injection? Wet marinade? How long and what temp? Looking forward to seeing the pics. Good luck!

 

shadowcaster

Looks perfect! Looking forward to seeing this one

hapster

Good luck! I'm sure it will be fantastic!

shtgunal3

Looks like you shot it in the head.

MGOBlue

I didn't shoot it but the head does have damage. I just seasoned the cavity with the basics and gonna smoke it at 225 till it hits 185. It's 19" sitting on the roasting rack.

shtgunal3

Looking forward to some finished pics.

MGOBlue

She's on!

yzzi

Awesome. I'm pretty sure I talked my wife into one of these plus a ham for Christmas. The guy said they're usually closer to 20 pounds when he gets that. I'll have to get fancy with putting it on I guess.

lakewade

Tin foil on ears?  

Looks awesome!  Been wanting to do one of these too!

MGOBlue

Thermopen has it at 164

Austin Egghead

looking good.  Go for the cheeks..yum

Charlesmaneri

Good luck with that pig keep the photos coming

Thatgrimguy

You guys have me obsessed with this cook. I can't wait to find one to do myself.

MGOBlue

Here is the finished product!  It fell apart and the skin peeled right off.  Cook time was about 5 hours at 225. It rested in the cooler for about 45 minutes.  Didn't yield a ton of pork but man was it good! 

TexanOfTheNorth

MGOBlue said:

Here is the finsihed product!  I fell apart and the skin peeled right off.  I took about 5 hours at 225.  Didn't yield a ton of pork but man was it good! 

Yes, it can be quite an emotional experience! 

Looks great.

jtippers

Lol, I'm catching the bug seeing all the cooks... Itching to try one!

MGOBlue

1310 Monster-

I bought it from a meat processor that also has a hog farm.  It was about 13 lbs ready to cook when I picked it up.  It had a USDA stamp on the rear.  We looked online but the prices were about $175 shipped.  I made several calls before I could track this one down.  I'll do it again, I just hope to find one closer to 20-25lbs.