Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa Habana ViejaLechon Asado Recipe

Lechon Asado Recipe

Inspired by La Habana Vieja
Time5h
Serves8

Slow-roasted pork with a side of rice.

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Ingredients

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Pork Marinade

Rice

Method

Preparing the Marinade

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, orange juice, bay leaves, black peppercorns, cumin, oregano, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Pork

    Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable bag or dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it is well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Roasting the Pork

  1. 3

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

  2. 4

    Prepare for Roasting

    Remove the pork from the marinade and let it come to room temperature. Reserve the marinade for basting.

  3. 5

    Roast the Pork

    Place the pork in a roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil. Roast in the preheated oven for about 4-5 hours, basting every hour with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C) and the skin is crispy.

  4. 6

    Rest the Pork

    Once done, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.

Cooking the Rice

  1. 7

    Prepare the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of long-grain rice, 4 cups of water, and 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil.

  2. 8

    Cook the Rice

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

  3. 9

    Fluff the Rice

    Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

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