What is a Roasting Spit?
A roasting spit, or simply a spit, is a tool used for roasting large pieces of meat, like whole legs, or even small whole animals over fires or in various types of rotisserie ovens. The roasting spit is a long skewer, which is pushed through the uncooked meat. This skewer is now typically made of metal, especially for use in rotisserie ovens, which often turn the meat mechanically to create even cooking. For outdoor cooking, a roasting spit can be made of wood or other materials that are specially treated so that they will resist burning.
