Chuukese roasting a pig w/ sweet potatoes and taro| Chuukese vlog 2022| Roasting a pig

Prepare the whole pig by cleaning and gutting it thoroughly.

Rub the pig inside and out with sea salt and black pepper.

Stuff the cavity with garlic, onion, lime, and ginger.

Wrap the pig in banana leaves to retain moisture during cooking.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place the wrapped pig on a large roasting tray.

Roast the pig in the oven for approximately 4-6 hours, basting occasionally with coconut milk.

While the pig is roasting, peel and chop the sweet potatoes and taro.

Boil the sweet potatoes and taro in salted water until tender, about 20-30 minutes.

Drain the sweet potatoes and taro, then toss with a drizzle of cooking oil and season with salt and pepper.

Once the pig is golden brown and cooked through, remove it from the oven.

Let the pig rest for 30 minutes before carving.

Serve the carved pig alongside the sweet potatoes and taro.

Garnish with chopped green onions and red pepper flakes for added flavor.

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