Lechon
Unknown
Ingredients
- Whole pig
- Salt
- Garlic, minced
- Pepper
- Lemongrass, chopped
- Bay leaves
- Cooking oil
Preparation Steps
- Clean the pig thoroughly and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix salt, minced garlic, pepper, lemongrass, and bay leaves to create a marinade.
- Rub the marinade all over the pig, ensuring that it is evenly coated.
- Let the pig marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven or roasting pit to a high temperature.
- Place the pig on a roasting rack and secure it properly.
- Roast the pig for about 3 hours or until the skin turns crispy and golden brown.
- Rotate and baste the pig every 30 minutes to ensure even cooking and to keep it moist.
- Once the lechon is cooked, remove it from the oven or pit and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Lechon is now ready to be enjoyed.
Video Tutorial
Priscilla Amoah
My name is Priscilla Amoah and I am a passionate food blogger and self-taught home cook. I have always loved experimenting with different flavors and ingredients in the kitchen, and I enjoy sharing my recipes through this blog. I believe that food has the power to bring people together and create meaningful connections, and I strive to create dishes that are both delicious and nourishing for the body and soul. I am constantly on the lookout for new and interesting ingredients and recipes to try, and I love hearing from my readers and incorporating their feedback into my cooking. Thank you for stopping by and I hope you enjoy my recipes as much as I enjoy sharing them with you!
