{"product_id":"leitao-assado-a-moda-da-bairrada-metades","title":"Bairrada-Style Roast Suckling Pig - Halves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe traditional flavour of Bairrada-style suckling pig, prepared by Afonso dos Leitões in a wood-fired oven.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover \u003cstrong\u003eLeitão Assado à Moda da Bairrada\u003c\/strong\u003e, a speciality of Portuguese cuisine prepared by Afonso dos Leitões, a producer based in Negrais. The suckling pig is roasted in a wood-fired oven and sold whole or in halves, perfect for sharing at family meals and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant note about weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is \u003cstrong\u003ehalf a suckling pig (2.5–3.5 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e, sold per unit and not per kilogram. The actual weight varies from batch to batch, while the price per unit remains fixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes Leitão à Moda da Bairrada special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, \u003cstrong\u003eLeitão à Moda da Bairrada\u003c\/strong\u003e is distinguished by roasting in a wood-fired oven, with the whole animal placed on a spit and turned throughout cooking to ensure even roasting and crisp skin. The \u003cstrong\u003eConfraria Gastronómica do Leitão da Bairrada\u003c\/strong\u003e also describes the importance of the roaster’s expertise and traditional techniques in preparing this speciality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the traditional presentation, the suckling pig is carved into small pieces, arranged with the skin facing upwards, and served with simple accompaniments such as boiled potatoes, lettuce salad or sliced orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike \u003cstrong\u003eLeitão de Negrais\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is usually split open and flattened, then roasted on a grill, the Bairrada tradition uses a whole suckling pig on a spit. These references describe Bairrada’s culinary tradition; specific details of the recipe and method used by Afonso dos Leitões should be confirmed directly with the producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreparation and quality at source\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfonso dos Leitões is involved in rearing, slaughtering, processing and selling suckling pig. According to the producer’s catalogue, it has wood-fired ovens, cold storage facilities and climate-controlled packing rooms, and operates a food safety system based on the HACCP methodology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom source straight to your table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you place your order with Herdade do Estacal, the product is prepared and packed at source by Afonso dos Leitões. Collection is arranged directly from the producer’s premises, followed by refrigerated transport at a controlled temperature between 0 °C and 4 °C to destinations covered by the service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess intermediate handling, packed at source and transported under refrigeration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackaging and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e vacuum-packed, according to the manufacturer’s catalogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerated shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 days, under the conditions specified by the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 365 days, under the conditions specified by the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse-by date:\u003c\/strong\u003e see the date and instructions on the packaging received.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stated shelf-life periods are those declared by the manufacturer and do not guarantee the same remaining shelf life upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bairrada-Style Roast Suckling Pig.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afonso dos Leitões — Leitões de Negrais, Lda.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Negrais, Portugal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halves (2.5–3.5 kg).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients and allergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e to be confirmed in the manufacturer’s technical sheet and product labelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsumption instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Afonso dos Leitões","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":59012532207999,"sku":"HE-LEI-BAI-MET","price":136.05,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6213\/5423\/files\/Leitao_assado_dourado_e_crocante.png?v=1793297564","url":"https:\/\/shop.herdadedoestacal.pt\/en-gb\/products\/leitao-assado-a-moda-da-bairrada-metades","provider":"Herdade do Estacal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}