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Recipe of Pork Lechon

Recipe of Pork Lechon

Philippines

Pork Lechon is a Filipino delicacy, featuring a whole roasted pig with crispy skin and tender meat, ideal for special occasions. Learn how to prepare this hard-to-master dish with our detailed recipe. Impress your guests with the flavors of Filipino cuisine.

Servings

Preparation 360 min

Cooking min

Calories kcal

How to Make Pork Lechon

Instructions

Step 1

Thoroughly clean the whole pig.

Step 2

Rub salt and garlic inside the pig. Place lemongrass and bay leaves inside the pig.

Step 3

Stitch the pig's belly to prevent it from opening.

Step 4

In a large pot, mix soy sauce, vinegar, water, black peppercorns, and more salt.

Step 5

Boil the mixture, then let it cool down.

Step 6

Inject the mixture into the pig using a syringe, ensuring it reaches all parts.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Step 8

Roast the pig for 3-4 hours or until the skin is crispy.

Step 9

Serve hot with steamed rice and lechon sauce.

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Ingredients

Whole pig (20-25 pounds)
Salt (1 cup)
Garlic (1 cup)
Black Peppercorns (2 tbsp
Lemongrass (1 cup)
Bay Leaves (10)
Soy Sauce (2 cups)
Vinegar (2 cups)
Water (8 cups)