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Hornado de Chancho

Cultural Context

Hornado de Chancho, a traditional dish from Ecuador, is often associated with festive occasions and family gatherings. The dish showcases the rich culinary heritage of the Andean region, where slow-roasting pork is a beloved practice. It highlights the use of local spices and ingredients, creating a flavorful experience that brings people together. Today, Hornado is enjoyed in various forms throughout Ecuador and has gained popularity in international Latin American cuisine.

EcuadorianECmain
240 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 lb pork shoulder
4 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup beer
1 cup orange juice
3 bay leaves
4 corn husks
1 cup salsa
1 avocado
4 medium potatoes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken provides a leaner option while pork belly is often less expensive.

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Non-alcoholic beer maintains flavor without alcohol.

orange juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice adds acidity while vinegar is often more affordable.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: thyme

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Thyme offers a similar flavor profile and is widely available.

1

Visit the park de lasas to explore street food in Ecuador.

2

Try a frittata with fried pork and fried banana.

3

Taste yapping gachos, which are mashed potatoes.

4

Sample intestines, noting their taste and texture.

5

Enjoy a warm drink called moroo, which is sweet and has cinnamon and raisins.

6

Look at tostadas, a type of bread made from wheat or corn, typically eaten for breakfast.

7

Discuss the Ecuadorian version of Papa John's and the price increase.

8

Mention salchi poo, a hot dog with French fries, as another street food option.

9

Visit the Santa Clara Market to find traditional foods, including ornados with pig's head and yapping gacho.

10

Taste the ornado, commenting on its flavors and textures.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingroasting

Equipment Needed

roasting panaluminum foilmeat thermometer

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

HornadoRoast Pork

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