Lechon

Ingredients

• •whole pig
• •lemongrass
• •garlic
• •scallions
• •bay leaves
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 medium onion, diced
• •soy sauce to taste
• •1 teaspoon vinegar
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare all ingredients: whole pig, lemongrass, garlic. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

2. 2

   Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and soy sauce. Let marinate 4 hours or overnight.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Adobo braising - this is essential for authentic Filipino flavor.

5. 5

   Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the main ingredients and cook low and slow for best results.

7. 7

   Season with soy sauce and vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning.

8. 8

   Let rest 10-15 minutes before serving.

9. 9

   Garnish and serve with traditional steamed rice.