CUBAN CHRISTMAS EVE "PIG" / LECHON ASADO
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 2 recipes Cuban Mojo (recipe follows)1. Using the tip of a sharp paring knife, make shallow slits in both the skin and meat sides of the ham, spacing them about 1 1/2 inches apart. Set aside while you prepare the marinade.2. Combine the garlic, salt, oregano, cumin, and pepper in a mortar and pound to a smooth paste with the pestle, then work in 1 cup of the juice and the oil. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, combine all these ingredients in a blender. Rub this mixture all over the ham, forcing it into the slits. Place the ham in a large plastic bag (such as a garbage bag) with the remaining 1 cup juice, the sherry, onions, and bay leaves. Marinate overnight or even up to 48 hours, turning several times.3. Set up the grill for indirect grilling, placing a drip pan in the center, and preheat to high. When ready to cook, place the ham, meat side down, on the hot grate over the drip pan and cover the grill.4. Cook the ham until the skin is well browned and very crisp and the meat is fork-tender. When tested with an instant-read meat thermometer, the internal temperature should register about 190°F. (Cubans like their pork more well done than we do.) If using charcoal, add 10 to 12 fresh coals per side after each hour of cooking. The whole process will take 6 to 8 hours. If the skin browns too much, drape a sheet of aluminum foil loosely over it.5. Transfer the ham to a cutting board and let rest for 15 minutes. Cut the meat off the bone and chop with a cleaver or thinly slice (be sure to include a little skin). Splash the meat with the Cuban Mojo and serve immediately.Serves 16 to 20Note: You can also prepare a pork loin (2 to 3 pounds) or shoulder (4 to 6 pounds) the same way. You'd need only half as much marinade, and the cooking time would be 4 to 6 hours for the pork shoulder, 1 to 2 hours for the loin.
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Tumwine Eli
[email protected]Overall, this is a fantastic recipe for Cuban roasted pork. It's flavorful, juicy, and has crispy skin. The mojo marinade is also excellent. I highly recommend it!
Awais Jani
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pork was fall-off-the-bone tender and had a delicious flavor. The mojo sauce was also amazing. I served it with black beans and rice, and it was a perfect Cuban feast. Thank you for sharing!
aris ghani
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow, and the results are always amazing. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the mojo sauce is the perfect accompaniment. I've made this dish for Christmas Eve dinner for the past three years, and it's alwa
Waqas Ishaq
[email protected]I marinated the pork for 24 hours before cooking, and it made a huge difference in the flavor. The meat was incredibly tender and juicy. I served it with a side of yuca con mojo, and it was a delicious and authentic Cuban meal.
Priyanka Jha
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for Cuban roasted pork. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's perfect for special occasions like Christmas Eve. The mojo marinade infuses the meat with so much flavor, and the crispy skin is addictive. Highly recommend!
G T. Gameing super
[email protected]Great recipe! The pork was flavorful and moist. I followed the instructions precisely, and it turned out perfectly. I'm not Cuban, but this dish was a hit with my family on Christmas Eve. Will definitely make it again!
Kathryn Paige
[email protected]Just wow! This Cuban roasted pork is out of this world! The crispy skin and fall-off-the-bone meat are to die for. I served it with black beans and rice, and it was a perfect Christmas Eve dinner. Thank you for sharing this gem!
Klo Vermeer
[email protected]Roasted a 12-pound pork shoulder using this recipe for Nochebuena. The meat was exceptionally tender and juicy. The mojo marinade added incredible flavor that everyone raved about. I'll definitely make this again!