Lechon Porchetta Recipe

Name: Lechon Porchetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds pork belly whole, skin intact*; 6 cloves garlic minced; 1/2 red onion medium, minced; 1 stalk lemon grass halved***; 3 green onions; 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked; 2 teaspoons coconut vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 2 banana leaves for roasting pan, optional***; 1 cup water

Servings: persons

4 pounds pork belly whole, skin intact*
6 cloves garlic minced
1/2 red onion medium, minced
1 stalk lemon grass halved***
3 green onions
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
2 teaspoons coconut vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 banana leaves for roasting pan, optional***
1 cup water

1
Prepare the pork: Remove pork belly from refrigerator (uncovered) 1 to 2 hours before cooking. Pat dry with paper towel.
2
Prepare the aromatic paste: In a mortar and pestle or food processor, combine garlic, red onion, and coconut vinegar until it looks like a rough paste.
3
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Season the meat side with salt, black pepper, and aromatic paste. Using the back of a heavy knife, bruise the lemongrass stalk to help release the flavor. Place the stalk and the green onions in the center of the pork belly.
4
Roll the pork with the skin side on top and use kitchen string to tie the roll at 2-inch intervals. Rub the skin with soy sauce.
5
Line a roasting pan with banana leaves and pour 1 cup of water. Place the pork roll in the roasting rack and into the pan. Cover loosely with foil and roast for 1 1/2 hours. Remove foil and brush the skin with coconut oil. Place back in the oven and cook for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours more until the skin is very crispy.
6
Remove from oven and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
7
Slice and serve with vinegar for dipping, steamed rice, and vegetables of your choice. Enjoy!

1226

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds pork belly whole, skin intact*, 6 cloves garlic minced, 1/2 red onion medium, minced, 1 stalk lemon grass halved***, and more.

Yes, Lechon Porchetta falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lechon Porchetta

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Variations & substitutions

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