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Recipe of Pork Lechon

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.

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Recipe of Pork Lechon

Prep

360 min

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Thoroughly clean the whole pig.

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

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

  5. 5

    Boil the mixture, then let it cool down.

  6. 6

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

  7. 7

    Preheat the oven to 375°F.

  8. 8

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

  9. 9

    Serve hot with steamed rice and lechon sauce.

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