How a Chinese Barbecue Master Has Been Roasting Whole Pigs for 30 Years — Smoke Point

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt water

Tamari is gluten-free while salt water is a basic alternative.

five-spice powder

🥗Healthier: cinnamon and cloves

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Cinnamon and cloves can mimic the flavor profile.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: sake

💰Cheaper: white wine

Sake is a good substitute for flavor.

Focus on the skin of the pig for the first 15 to 30 minutes, ensuring it cooks evenly without bubbles.

Scrape the skin to prevent burning and achieve a consistent texture.

Make cuts on the inside of the pig to let moisture and steam escape.

Cook the pig on medium-low heat after achieving a nice color on the skin.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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