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Building A Water-Powered Lechon Spit Roast

A Filipino party isn’t a party without Lechon. There’s always that audible gasp of excitement the moment guests spot the bronze, glistening pig on the table. Without a doubt, it’s the star of the show. Lechon has a distinct light and crispy skin, and the meat itself is full of flavor that comes from the…

Lechon Paksiw (Filipino Christmas Recipe 7)

Nothing puts a Filipino in the mood for Christmas celebration like lechon. But having a whole roasted pig can be a bit excessive. Most of my Filipino Christmas recipes so far have been about preparing for Christmas dinner or Noche Buena. But this time, I’m thinking about the day after. What if you have a…

Lechon Pork Belly Recipe

5 years ago5 years agoFood & Drinks, Recipes

The Philippines is a pork-loving country. One of the most iconic Filipino dishes would have to be the lechon, a whole pig slow-roasted to perfection. But lechon is usually reserved for very special occasions because of its price and size. It’s traditionally made outdoors on a rotating spit over embers, ensuring that the meat inside stays moist and…