How to make Lechon Asado (roasted pork)

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with healthier fats.

adobo seasoning

💰Cheaper: homemade spice mix

Homemade mix can be more cost-effective.

vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice can provide acidity at a lower cost.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: pork loin

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are a cheaper protein alternative.

Wash the pork meat thoroughly after taking it out of the freezer.

Slice the pork and make holes in it for seasoning.

Season the inside of the pork with adobo seasoning.

Sprinkle Goya seasoning and pepper on the outside of the pork.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Place the seasoned pork into an oven bag to keep it moist during cooking.

Cook the pork in the oven for approximately 20 minutes per pound, checking occasionally.

After about 6 hours, remove the pork from the oven bag and check for doneness; it should be falling apart.

Cut the pork into pieces and re-season the inside with adobo and McCormick seasoning.

Mix the seasonings well into the meat pieces to ensure even flavoring.

Serve the pork, optionally leaving the skin on for a crunchy texture.

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