The roast pork leg is a perfect classic for celebrations. Marinated with beer, orange juice, and spices, it turns out juicy and full of flavor. Perfect for sharing with family.
The roast pork leg is a delicious dish that combines intense flavors and comforting aromas.
The mixture of onion, cumin, oregano, bell pepper, and garlic, along with the beer and orange juice, gives the meat a unique flavor.
The key is to marinate it for 24 hours so it absorbs all the flavors and then bake it slowly to achieve a tender and juicy texture.
An ideal option to share during a family meal or with friends.
Roast Pork Leg
Ingredients
3 kilograms of Pork leg with skin
1 cup of Beer
1 cup of Orange juice
1 teaspoon of Pepper
1 tablespoon of Cumin
1 tablespoon of Oregano
2 tablespoons of Salt
8 Crushed garlic cloves
2 Diced red onions
5 tablespoons of Achiote oil
1 Scallion
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this delicious dish, start by blending the scallion, diced red onions, salt, cumin, oregano, bell pepper, garlic, beer, and orange juice.
Step 2 : After processing for 3 minutes, set aside the mixture.
Step 3 : Next, use a knife to make deep cuts all over the pork leg.
Step 4 : Place the leg in a large lidded container and pour the reserved marinade to soak for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Step 5 : The following day, remove the leg from the refrigerator and place it on a heat-resistant glass tray.
Step 6 : Bake at 200°C (392°F) for 30 minutes.
Step 7 : Then, remove from the oven and cover with the juices released by the meat and the achiote oil.
Step 8 : Cover with aluminum foil and bake again for an hour and a half.
Step 9 : Finally, remove from the oven, take off the foil, let it cool slightly, serve, and enjoy this exquisite dish.
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