Lechón Asado Fiesta (Fiesta de Lechón Asado)
Fiesta de Lechón Asado (Lechón Asado Fiesta) is a traditional Puerto Rican dish that is perfect for celebrations and gatherings. This slow-roasted pork dish is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit at any fiesta!
Ingredients
- 1 whole pork shoulder, about 8-10 pounds
- 10 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup bitter orange juice (or 1/2 cup orange juice + 1/2 cup lime juice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, bitter orange juice, and olive oil to create the marinade.
- Using a sharp knife, score the pork shoulder with a diamond pattern. This will help the marinade penetrate the meat.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the meat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Remove the pork shoulder from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 180°F (82°C) and the meat is tender.
- Let the pork rest for 15 minutes before carving and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 4 hours
- Total time:
- 4 hours
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 26g
Supplies
Roasting pan Sharp knife Resealable plastic bag
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Fiesta de Lechón Asado with traditional Puerto Rican sides such as arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas) and tostones (fried plantains).
Tips & tricks
For extra crispy skin, increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Cost
$25