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Lechon sa Hurno

Lechon sa Hurno roasted low and slow in the oven turns out super crunchy yet juicy with no boiling, cooling or deep-frying involved. The ultimate treat for pork lovers in your life!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
6 hrs
Cooling
8 hrs
Total Time
18 hrs
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 1573 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds pork belly with ribs
  • ½ cup vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

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  1. With a knife, pierce the skin a few times. Pour vinegar over and massage on the meat.
  2. Rub garlic powder, salt, and pepper all over the meat.
  3. Refrigerate overnight, uncovered and skin side up, to chill.
  4. With paper towels, pat down surfaces the pork belly to completely dry. Arrange on a roasting pan fitted with a rack.
  5. Bake in a preheated 180 F oven for about 3 hours.
  6. Increase temperature to 320 F and continue to cook for about 1 to 1 ½ hours or until meat is cooked through and browns.
  7. Increase temperature to 430 F and continue to cook for about 30 to 40 minutes or until the skin is very crisp.
  8. Remove from oven and allow to rest for about 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Serve immediately

Notes

  • Have the butcher cut through the ribs without going through the meat to make it easier to chop the lechon into pieces when serving.
  • Use a roasting rack to ensure even heat circulation and browning. Do not use a baking dish, as the rendered fat will pool around the meat, affecting the crunchy texture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1573kcal (79%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 160g (246%) Saturated Fat 58g (290%) Cholesterol 218mg (73%) Sodium 1260mg (53%) Potassium 565mg (16%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 30IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1573

% Daily Value*

Calories 1573kcal 79%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 160g 246%
Saturated Fat 58g 290%
Cholesterol 218mg 73%
Sodium 1260mg 53%
Potassium 565mg 12%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 30IU 1%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.