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BBQ Pig: North Carolina Made It Famous

One of the best meats that we could barbecue during summer time is the pork or the pig. Making the best BBQ pig is a serious task especially for people who are from North Carolina. There are many styles and flavors in which BBQ pig is made in this part of the States. And this only tells us that for these North Carolinians, producing the best BBQ pig is a serious business.

History Of BBQ pig

Before the Civil War erupted, pigs were the most staple food in the Southern part of the country since they are low in maintenance and are a very convenient source of food. Since then, pig haunting and pig slaughtering became a time for celebration and parties were hosted where other people are being invited to participate. Out of these gatherings and celebrations, the traditional Southern style barbeque then grew. Plantation owners then usually hold gatherings to cook and eat their Southern style barbecue. Most of them are known to eat five pounds of BBQ pig to every one pound of beef barbecue.

In the early 1900s, barbecues became important and a way of tradition especially to church functions and also to political rallies. Leaders from different political parties would compete in terms of which team could produce a larger number of food and drinks. Foods that only accompany the BBQ pig are cucumbers, large amount of bread, and whiskey.

Fast forward to the 20th century, barbecue pits and restaurants flourished and you could even order your BBQ pig for take-out. Many of these barbecue joints are open during the weekends since most barbecue “pit men” work on their farms during weekdays. We still could see that barbecue joints and restaurants are flourishing and we could also create our own BBQ pig since there are many barbecue grills that are sold on the market.

Difference From Eastern And Western

The big difference of BBQ pig from the eastern part of North Carolina is that the pig is split down in the middle. The popular sauce on this part of the state is that their sauce is mainly based on vinegar and pepper. In the western part of North Carolina, only the shoulders of the pig are being cooked and nothing else. The popular barbecue sauce on this part of the state is primarily based on tomato sauce which leaves a tangy, sweet taste. And you can say that unlike other food preparations that are being made in the South, barbecuing is not dominated by females. Males are the main star, the serious grillers when it comes to barbecuing.