Colombian Lechona with Crispy Pork and Rice Stuffing
Lechona is a traditional Colombian dish featuring roasted pork filled with rice, spices, and peas, cooked for 4 hours for rich flavors.
About This Recipe
Colombian Lechona is a festive dish that combines tender roasted pork with flavorful rice stuffing. It's a centerpiece perfect for gatherings.
Why This Recipe Works
Flavor Fusion: The combination of spices and herbs in the stuffing enhances the pork's natural flavors.
Crispy Texture: Roasting at a low temperature allows the outside to develop a crispy skin while keeping the meat juicy.
Traditional Technique: Stuffing the pork with rice and peas is a traditional method that creates a complete meal in one dish.
Chef's Pro Tip: For extra crispy skin, increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 20 minutes of roasting.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
240 min
Total Time
260 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare a roasting pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, mix cooked rice, peas, garlic, onion, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
- 3
Stuff the pork shoulder with the rice mixture, securing it with kitchen twine.
- 4
Rub the outside of the pork with olive oil, lime juice, and additional seasonings.
- 5
Place the stuffed pork in the roasting pan with bay leaves and chicken broth.
- 6
Roast in the oven for about 4 hours, basting occasionally until skin is crispy.
- 7
Let the lechona rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving with scallions.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
35g
carbs
70g
fiber
5g
sodium
1200mg
protein
60g
calories
800
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