Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍖 Milk pig (1 kg) | 🥔 New potatoes (500 g) |
| 🧄 Head of garlic (1) | 🧅 Large onion (1) |
| 🍷 Dry white wine (15 cl) | 🧂 Salt (to taste) |
| 🧂 Pepper (to taste) | 🧄 Herbs de Provence (to taste) |
Utensils
| Utensils | Utensils |
|---|---|
| 🍽️ Roasting pan | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
| 🌡️ Kitchen thermometer | 🍴 Meat fork |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | 🧂 Salt and pepper |
| 🏺 Marinade container | 👩🍳 Cooking gloves |
| 🔥 Baking sheet | 📏 Ruler or measuring tape |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 3 hours
Rest time: 15 minutes
Total time: 3 hours 45 minutes
STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C to ensure even cooking of the milk pig.
STEP 2: Season the inside and outside of the milk pig with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
STEP 3: Generously rub the pig with olive oil and white wine to add moisture.
STEP 4: Place the pig on a roasting pan, skin side up, and add water to the bottom to prevent drying out.
STEP 5: Put the milk pig in the oven and roast it for about 3 hours, basting it regularly with its juices.
STEP 6: After cooking, let the pig rest for 15 minutes before carving to preserve its juices.
The recipe for roast milk pig embodies culinary tradition through generations. This dish, often prepared for major occasions, revives memories of family gatherings and memorable celebrations. Each bite is a celebration of authentic flavors, where the tenderness of the meat combines with enchanting aromas. The sides, such as potatoes and vegetables, complement this feast and highlight the richness of this recipe.
Engaging in the preparation of this must-have dish connects us to a culinary story, to a know-how passed down with passion. Preparing a roast milk pig is therefore much more than just cooking; it is a way to honor our roots and bring happiness around the table.
