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Suckling pig meat is tender, succulent and flavourful, containing a lower fat content compared to adult pork, and is predominantly used in whole roasts, where the balance between meat, skin and fat contributes to a typically Portuguese gastronomic experience.
A whole suckling pig comes from a young animal, cleaned and ready to roast, encompassing all parts with meat and thin skin. It is characterised by extremely tender meat and crispy skin, suitable for uniform roasting. The ideal preparation is in the oven, traditionally a wood-fired one, rotating the suckling pig and basting with pepper sauce or suitable seasonings.
The suckling pig belly comes from the abdominal region and includes skin (crackling), fat and meat. It is a juicy and flavourful cut, appreciated for the combination of tender meat with crispy skin after roasting. The ideal way to prepare it is to roast it slowly, ensuring crispy skin and evenly distributed fat. It is widely used in suckling pig sandwiches and typical dishes.
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Suckling pig is traditionally roasted whole, seasoned with salt, garlic and pepper, and placed in a slow oven, ideally a wood-fired one, until the meat is tender and the skin crispy. During cooking, baste the meat with its own juices to intensify the flavour.
Suckling pig meat has a milder flavour, is more tender and has a lower fat content compared to meat from an adult pig.
Suckling pig is ideal for restaurants, hotels, catering and festive events.