Comments on: Lechon asado - Cuban roast pork https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/ Internationally inspired recipes for everyone to enjoy - mostly healthy, always tasty Mon, 27 Nov 2023 17:04:18 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-91208 Fri, 24 Nov 2023 01:24:57 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-91208 In reply to Marina.

I would typically do convection roast (ie fan assisted) but it may depend on your oven if you need to adjust down the temperature slightly or cook time as can be the case - I'd just make sure you keep a close eye on it as it cooks and reduce time if needed.

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By: Marina https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-91206 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 18:40:01 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-91206 Bake or Convention Roast at 325F for 3 hrs? Please clarify. Thanks.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-89383 Thu, 11 May 2023 16:49:27 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-89383 In reply to CJ.

Glad you enjoyed! Yes the marinating can be tricky unless what you put it in is relatively tight, and even then you typically need to turn at some point - using a freezer bag, as I suggest as an option, does make things a little better as you can carefully squeeze out the air so it's more snug, but still the liquid will tend to rest at the bottom. I can understand the flavor of the sauce being good from roasting, you will just lose a little more with it evaporating, and it will end up being more fatty as it mingles with the pork fat (though that does of course add flavor!) It really just depends on preference.

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By: CJ https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-89377 Tue, 09 May 2023 21:42:59 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-89377 4 stars
Made this today. Very good. Next time I need to find a better way to marinate. Since the pork's large, it doesn't sit emerged in it. Not even half way.
I'd also opt to use all the marinade when roasting. The roasted sauce tastes much better in my opinion, than the simmered marinade.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-87673 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 00:22:52 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-87673 In reply to Paul M.

So glad to hear you enjoyed! And yes, especially with a larger piece a bit longer to marinade can be good (I probably tend to do around 24hrs most times, too). Bay always a good option to add, too.

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By: Paul M https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-87666 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:23:40 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-87666 5 stars
I have made a couple different versions of lechon, and this one is definitely a keeper. I particularly like the inclusion of the sliced onion. This time I used a bone-in picnic roast that was a little over 6#. Previously the roasts were in the 10# range and would roast for about 8 hours. This roast took nearly 4 hours to reach 175 degrees, which for me is a good temperature. I also used a cast iron Dutch oven instead of a roasting pan for the first time. I found that it works extremely well, and it makes collecting the juice a bit easier as well as keeping clean-up simple. I had sour orange juice, but I used Tropicana this time, because the recipe calls for so little and the roast was smaller than I generally make. I also like to let mine marinade in the fridge for 24 hours, if possible, turning it several times. A turkey roasting bag or slow cooker liner will work well, if you cannot find very large ZipLock bags.

Overall the combination of spices and seasonings is excellent. The only thing that I might do differently next time is to add a bay leaf. But this is completely optional.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83577 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 11:35:36 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83577 In reply to Jess.

Yes, it's great in sandwiches!

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By: Jess https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83301 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 12:47:35 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83301 5 stars
I especially love this for leftover sandwiches the next day. So yummy!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83378 Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:27:56 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83378 In reply to Fran.

Finely diced or crushed is best - apologies that seems to have been missed as I updated the recipe not too long ago and so I've now corrected, thanks for the spot and glad you enjoyed!

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By: Fran https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83377 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:42:42 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83377 5 stars
one question Do the garlic sliced died or left whole. This was so good

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83309 Sat, 24 Oct 2020 11:10:45 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83309 In reply to Lauren Vavala.

Thanks, it's certainly a tasty mix.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83307 Sat, 24 Oct 2020 11:08:51 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83307 In reply to Lisa Huff.

Thanks, it's a simple but really tasty set of flavors!

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By: Lauren Vavala https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83302 Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:52:23 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83302 5 stars
This is such an easy, delicious recipe - love this combination of flavors sooo much!

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By: Lisa Huff https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-83300 Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:38:02 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-83300 5 stars
Ohhhh that marinade with that citrus juice and spices. Sounds delicious and perfect comfort food.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-10274 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 00:49:17 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-10274 In reply to David @ CookingChat.

Thanks David, I hope it compares well to what you have had before.

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By: David @ CookingChat https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-10168 Mon, 21 Dec 2015 02:08:49 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-10168 added to my recipes to try board! Have enjoyed good Cuban pork roast--a Cuban friend has taken me to restaurants--but haven't made myself.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9755 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 01:03:07 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9755 In reply to Jade @ Jonesin' For Taste.

Do give it a try, I hope you like it!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9751 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:51:20 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9751 In reply to Analida's Ethnic Spoon.

Thanks Analida. And you're right, tacos would be great with the leftovers too!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9750 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:50:43 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9750 Thanks Denise, the flavors are great!

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By: Jade @ Jonesin' For Taste https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9597 Thu, 10 Dec 2015 02:54:48 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9597 I love Cuban food but have never made this kind of pork. I need to try it soon.

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By: Analida's Ethnic Spoon https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9589 Thu, 10 Dec 2015 01:11:46 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9589 5 stars
I love a good Cuban style pork! This one looks fantastic and the leftovers make a nice carnitas taco!
¡Que Rico!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9575 Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:26:49 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9575 In reply to Faye Wilkerson.

Thanks, Faye, the sandwiches were great too!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9574 Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:25:19 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9574 In reply to KC the Kitchen Chopper.

Thanks,KC, the flavors are indeed so tasty!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9570 Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:22:33 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9570 In reply to Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom.

Traveling through recipes is definitely a good way to go 🙂 Hope you enjoy this one!

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By: Faye Wilkerson https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9558 Wed, 09 Dec 2015 18:58:37 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9558 I love pork loin roast. I can just taste the sandwiches make from the leftovers, if there is any.

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By: KC the Kitchen Chopper https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9548 Wed, 09 Dec 2015 16:47:13 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9548 I love all the juices and herbs you chose for this roast. It looks so juicy and tender. YUM

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By: Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom https://www.carolinescooking.com/cuban-roast-pork-lechon-asado/#comment-9539 Wed, 09 Dec 2015 13:30:07 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1292#comment-9539 While, I haven't been able to travel out of the country very much, I love to take culinary trips with new recipes. Adding this my list of trips 🙂

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