Where does Lechón Asado come from?

Lechón Asado — country of origin: Cuba.

What is Lechón Asado made of?

Pork, garlic, orange, lime, cumin, oregano, salt.

How do you pronounce Lechón Asado?

Lechón asado (Spanish, Cuba) is pronounced /leˈt͡ʃon aˈsado/.

Lechón Asado

Pronunciation (IPA) /leˈt͡ʃon aˈsado/

Pork is marinated in a citrus-and-garlic mojo, then slowly roasted until tender with crisp browned edges. Cuban lechón asado is a celebratory roast commonly shared with rice and beans.

Allergens & declarations

The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.

This describes the classic recipe, so you know what to ask about. It is not a declaration for any particular kitchen — recipes and suppliers vary, and only the restaurant can tell you what is in the dish it serves.

In detail

What it really is

Lechón Asado Pork is marinated in a citrus-and-garlic mojo, then slowly roasted until tender with crisp browned edges. Cuban lechón asado is a celebratory roast commonly shared with rice and beans.

The marinade and serving sides vary between cooks, so this entry describes a representative Cuban preparation rather than a fixed formula.

Mojo is both a marinade and a source of flavour during roasting. Citrus and garlic season the pork, and the long, steady cooking helps a large cut become tender while the exterior browns. A whole pig may be prepared for a gathering, while restaurants often serve a carved portion; the scale of service does not change the basic roast. Rice and beans are familiar companions, but they are separate from the pork and vary by table. The word lechón can refer to the roast preparation as well as the animal, so a menu should state the cut or portion being served if that matters to the diner. Name the citrus, garlic and any additional marinade ingredients actually used. Do not imply that every version uses the same sour orange, seasoning blend or cooking setup.

How it's served

Served hot as a main; accompaniments vary by region and household.
Recipes and portion sizes differ, so restaurant versions should be checked directly for ingredient and allergen details.

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Typical ingredients

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lechón Asado?: Pork is marinated in a citrus-and-garlic mojo, then slowly roasted until tender with crisp browned edges. Cuban lechón asado is a celebratory roast commonly shared with rice and beans.
Where does Lechón Asado come from?: Lechón Asado — country of origin: Cuba.
What is Lechón Asado made of?: Pork, garlic, orange, lime, cumin, oregano, salt.
Which allergens does Lechón Asado contain?: The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.
How do you pronounce Lechón Asado?: Lechón asado (Spanish, Cuba) is pronounced /leˈt͡ʃon aˈsado/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.