Hey everyone, I'm planning a little get together in a few weeks and would like to roast a whole pig for the event. I have never done this before and don't want to embarrass myself. Does anyone have any pointers for me considering the following information:
-I will be in the middle of nowhere. I'll be getting a generator as a power source.
-I would like to build a simple open pit and run a spit for roasting.
-I need to figure a way to rig a small slow electric motor to the spit.
-Should be around 30-40 in attendance
-Should I buy Briquettes or make a hardwood fire on the side and just transfer coals under the pig
Any recommendations for spit plans or setups? Sources for whole pigs in Atlanta or Lula? If it's easier (and affordable enough) to rent a spit?
What I've researched so far has led me to the following conclusions:
-Have a way to adjust height of spit
-Assume 1hr 10min per 10 pounds of dead weight
-Assume 2-3lbs of dead weight per person
-Heavily salt rub or soak in brine bath overnight before
Thank you guys!
-I will be in the middle of nowhere. I'll be getting a generator as a power source.
-I would like to build a simple open pit and run a spit for roasting.
-I need to figure a way to rig a small slow electric motor to the spit.
-Should be around 30-40 in attendance
-Should I buy Briquettes or make a hardwood fire on the side and just transfer coals under the pig
Any recommendations for spit plans or setups? Sources for whole pigs in Atlanta or Lula? If it's easier (and affordable enough) to rent a spit?
What I've researched so far has led me to the following conclusions:
-Have a way to adjust height of spit
-Assume 1hr 10min per 10 pounds of dead weight
-Assume 2-3lbs of dead weight per person
-Heavily salt rub or soak in brine bath overnight before
Thank you guys!