A lot of stories and cultural stories can be found around this particular Dish. Lechon, or Pork was introduce by Spain to the New World. From a meat that was exclusive for high end consumer, it finish as a common meat in the most of Islands in the Caribbean. Here in Puerto Rico, the most culturally dish of Pork is , Lechon a la Varita, first photo included. So cultural ,that Lechon have is own traditional song. https://youtu.be/cdrrF87pPBg
Pernil or HamLeg is the most use Pork portion, cooked in oven at Home. There is a lot of different recipe to do it , depend on what finish texture you are looking for. Pull Pork: Marinated Pork; Steam Pork; Pork al Caldero. The Pernil show on picture, was prepare with Coriander and annatto, salt, olive oil,parseley, and garlic. Takes about 4 hour to get it correctly cooked, with a crispy skin.
On your next travel planning, gave you the opportunity to visit our Island of Puerto Rico. You will not be disappointed with our culinary options that we offer. Enjoy.
Hi @Nosaint2_Rafael_Fe so true, cultural exchange happens a lot over a meal or particular dish. That lenchon looks delicious, nice pictures. Thank you for shary.
@Nosaint2_Rafael_Fe wow… Lechon is “a must have” in any Filipino gatherings. I thought Lechon is a Filipino term. Thank you for sharing. I just know that other countries call it “Lechon” too…
the preparation looks a lot