Lechon is a popular food in the Philippines, and it was being acknowledged by American chef Anthony Bourdain as having the best pig. The dish features a whole roasted pig cooked over charcoal. It is somehow a National Dish in the Philippines because of its popularity and to some other Spanish-speaking nations in Latin America, and Spain who have also considered Lechon as one of their best delicacy.
In most regions, lechon is prepared throughout the year for any special occasion, during festivals, and the holidays. After seasoning, the pig is cooked by skewering the entire animal, entrails removed, on a large stick and cooking it in a pit filled with charcoal. The pig is placed over the charcoal, and the stick or rod it is attached to is turned in a rotisserie action. The pig is roasted on all sides for several hours until done. The process of cooking and basting usually results in making the pork skin crisp and is a distinctive feature of the dish.
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