Cuban roast pork
Lechón Asado is a traditional Cuban roast pork dish, typically made from a whole pig or large cuts like pork shoulder, marinated in a citrus-garlic mojo sauce. It is a centerpiece of Cuban celebrations, known for its crispy skin and tender, flavorful meat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates. A typical serving provides a significant amount of B vitamins (especially B1, B6, and B12), zinc, and selenium, with a calorie ballpark of around 400-500 kcal per serving, depending on the cut and fat content.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 33 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.8 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.9 mcg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Selenium | 42 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
Per 1 serving (170 g) of roasted pork shoulder with skin · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Lechón Asado is synonymous with Cuban family gatherings and holidays like Nochebuena (Christmas Eve). Nutritionally, the slow-roasting process helps render out much of the fat, and the mojo marinade's citrus and garlic add flavor without significant calories.
