WILD PIG HUNTING AND WHOLE HOG BBQ

whole hog

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken provides a leaner option, while pork shoulder is more affordable than a whole hog.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Homemade sauce can be lower in sugar, while ketchup is a budget-friendly alternative.

Hunt and prepare the whole hog by skinning it and removing any unwanted parts.

Light a fire and maintain a temperature of 110 to 120 degrees Celsius for 12 to 14 hours.

Add a mixture of lump charcoal and oak wood to the fire for heat.

Monitor the temperature and adjust the fire as needed to keep it steady.

Spritz the meat every hour with a mixture of 50% apple juice and apple cider vinegar to keep it moist and flavorful.

Season the hog with salt and black pepper before placing it in the oven.

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