Letchon Paksiw

Lechon means ‘suckling pig’ in Spanish and is literally a whole pig roasted over charcoal for many hours for special occasions. This is considered the national dish of the Philippines and the city of Cebu is considered one of the most famous places to eat it.

The leftovers of the lechon are stewed with vinegar and spices and become a delicious dish called paksiw na lechon. Paksiw literally means: to cook and simmer with vinegar.

Ingredients

• Left-over lechon or any deep-fried meats
• Vinegar
• Whole pepper corns
• Garlic
• Onions
• Dried bay leaves
• Salt
• Pepper
• Cooking oil
• Mang Tomas or Andok's sauce or sweet pork sauce
• Hot water

Cooking Directions

1. Saute' garlic and onions.
2. Add the meat.
3. Close the pan and let the dish boil.
4. Add water, vinegar, bay leaves and whole pepper corns.
5. Let it boil.
6. Season with salt and pepper.