Have you ever thought about booking a hog roast but not sure what it entails? If so, you’ve come to the right place here at Hog Roast Andover. In our humble opinion, it’s an experience that brings people together over delicious, slow-cooked pork with crispy crackling – mmm delicious. But how exactly does a hog roast work? Here’s the step-by-step process of how Hog Roast Andover operates.
First thing’s first is that we choose the right hog. Typically, a whole pig is sourced from one of several local farms who we have a partnership with, ensuring high-quality, fresh meat. The size of the hog depends on the number of guests—on average, a 50-60kg pig can feed around 100 people. However, we can select the appropriately sized pig for your event, so that there is plenty to go around.
Before the hog goes on the spit, it’s carefully prepared by the professional chefs here at Hog Roast Andover. This includes seasoning the skin with salt to help create that signature crispy crackling. If you prefer, we can even season it with herbs, garlic, or spices for a dose of extra flavour. If using a rotisserie-style spit roast, the hog is securely mounted onto a metal rod, ensuring it rotates evenly as it cooks. A full-sized pig typically requires 6-8 hours to cook properly, ensuring the meat is tender and falls apart in the mouth.
Once fully cooked, the hog is removed from the spit – and then it’s time for the exciting part. The carving process! Our hog roasts are typically served in a
buffet style, so that they can help themselves to whatever takes their fancy, including the likes of:
- Fresh bread rolls
- Apple sauce condiment
- Stuffing
- Roasted or buttered potatoes
- Fresh salads or coleslaw
- Mac and cheese
- Roasted vegetables
One of the best things about booking Hog Roast Andover is that the leftovers can be easily repurposed, so that you can enjoy seconds and even thirds! You could create delicious hog roast sandwiches, or even a casserole the next day – the possibilities are endless.