Suckling Pig

[JDW]

This one was nearly 2 weeks weaned so not exactly a "suckling" pig.  First time I have attempted something like this but it was delicious and really tender.  I used the whole fire basket in my 32" with lump mounded below the hams and shoulders.  Cherry chunks for the smoke.  Also used a large foil roaster for a water pan.  Smoked at 240 for about 5 hours then upped it to 325 for the last hour to feed a hungry crowd.  Next time I will use more smoke.

[Cheesehead_Griller]

So cool! I haven't seen anyone else do this before. Good to know a 32" can fit a small pig. 

[C6Bill]

Oh yes, no problem for a 30 lb pig on a 32. I just cant close the lid when they have a head, it's like they are looking back at me lol  

Edited yesterday at 02:52 PM by C6Bill

[C6Bill]

20 hours ago, JDW said:

This one was nearly 2 weeks weaned so not exactly a "suckling" pig.  First time I have attempted something like this but it was delicious and really tender.  I used the whole fire basket in my 32" with lump mounded below the hams and shoulders.  Cherry chunks for the smoke.  Also used a large foil roaster for a water pan.  Smoked at 240 for about 5 hours then upped it to 325 for the last hour to feed a hungry crowd.  Next time I will use more smoke.

That looks great !!!! Maybe try peach wood next time, its all i use on Pork. Its nice and sweet  

[JDW]

Thanks for the tip.  I don't see much peach here in Michigan but I bet I can get some online - I will definitely try it!  Have a great summer grilling season!

[tony b]

Fruita Woods is my go-to for smoking woods. Good stuff. Lots of variety, too.