Simple Way To Cook Lechón in a Caja China.

whole pig

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken offers a leaner option, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

sour orange juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: orange juice + vinegar

Lime juice provides acidity, while the mix mimics sour orange flavor.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Pinto beans are nutritious and canned options save time.

Thaw the 40-pound pig completely before cooking.

Rinse the pig thoroughly to remove any gunk, then place it on a tray.

Open the pig by either using your palm to break it open or by cutting through the rib on the vertebrae.

Season the outside of the pig with a generous amount of salt, rubbing it in to create a paste.

Flip the pig and prepare the mojo seasoning by combining sour oranges, oregano, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender.

Blend the mojo mixture until smooth, ensuring it has a strong sour orange and garlic aroma.

Use a syringe to inject the mojo into the pig, making sure to jab it multiple times and at different angles to distribute the juices evenly.

Rub any excess mojo on the outside and in the crevices of the pig to ensure the flavors soak in.

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