Watch LECHONERA DMV Prepare the Whole Pig — Puerto Rican Style!

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

pigeon peas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are convenient and budget-friendly.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Regular potatoes are often cheaper and more available.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in pigeon peas, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, and adobo seasoning; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add rice to the pot and stir to coat with the mixture.

Pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat oil for frying over medium-high heat.

Peel and slice plantains; fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove plantains and drain on paper towels; season with salt.

For the pork, season with garlic, salt, and pepper; roast in the oven until internal temperature reaches 145°F, about 1-1.5 hours.

Let pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Serve rice alongside sliced pork and fried plantains, garnished with cilantro and lime.

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