Tutorial como hacer cerdo en caja china

whole pig

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is more accessible and still flavorful.

sour orange juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: orange juice + vinegar

Lime juice mimics the acidity of sour orange.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more economical while still suitable for cooking.

pork fat

💰Cheaper: bacon grease

Bacon grease can add flavor and is often available.

Put a lot of salt on the pig, covering it all over.

Place the pig on the grill rack inside the Caja China.

Close the Caja China using the hooks.

Spread the charcoal evenly on top.

Use alcohol to ignite the charcoal.

Once the charcoal is lit, it will stay lit for the duration of cooking.

Cook the pig for about 3.5 to 4 hours, as it weighs around 80 pounds.

Remove the top part where the charcoal is to check and remove ashes.

Add fresh charcoal to continue cooking.

Check the pig and then apply heat to crisp the skin.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary