LA CAJA CHINA WHOLE PIG ROAST
USING A MEAT THERMOMETER
A La Caja China whole pig roast is perfect for any special occasion. This traditional Cuban dish will impress your guests whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or an intimate dinner party.
If you've never cooked a whole pig before, don't worry - it's pretty easy. All you need is a Caja china (a large box made of Chinese-style mahogany), charcoal, and a few simple ingredients.
30
min
prep
240
min
cook
LA CAJA CHINA WHOLE PIG ROAST
WITHOUT USING A MEAT THERMOMETER
This method utilizes general timing to roast the whole pig without the need for a wired thermometer.
30
min
prep
240
min
cook
LA CAJA CHINA WHOLE PIG ROAST
WITHOUT THE SKIN
Delicious whole pig roast with well cooked tender meat.
30
min
prep
240
min
cook
ORIGINAL CUBAN MOJO CRIOLLO
This amazing roasted pig marinade fuses citrus with spicy cumin and pungent bay leaf. Inject this flavorful marinade into your meat and reuse drippings to create an outstanding complementary gravy.
10
min
prep
70
min
set
PIERNA CRIOLLA A LO CAJA CHINA
This impressive pork shoulder recipe is a must. Covered in bacon, ham, prunes and guava shells, once roasted, you are in for a seriously juicy bite. Also with this recipe, you will find small recipes for Garlic Mojo, Fried Green Plantain, White Rice, and Black Beans.
35
min
prep
3.5
hours
cook
PORK RIBS
Perfectly cooked delicious slab of pork ribs, tender and juicy on the inside, with a sticky, crusty glaze, or a sweet dry rub on the outside.
25
min
prep
2.5
hours
cook
PORK LOIN
Tender and Juicy Pork Loin Roast
25
min
prep
95
min
cook
PORK SHOULDER
Easy Fall-Apart Roasted Pork Shoulder
25
min
prep
3.5
hours
cook