Lechon Hornado with Olive Oil Fried Sweet Plantain and Grilled Zucchini

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Slow-roasted Ecuadorian-style pork shoulder marinated with garlic and herbs, served with caramelized sweet plantains fried in olive oil and smoky grilled zucchini for a perfect balance of savory and sweet island-Latin flavor.

Ingredients

Pork, seasoning, lemon juice, olive oil, plantain, zucchini, ghee butter, achiote, garlic & beer.

NutrientUnitValueKeto / Paleo
Calorieskcal670537
FatGrams3636
CarbGrams2810
ProteinGrams3838

Heating Instructions

Pan method — enhances the roasted flavors and brings back the golden crust on the pork and plantains.

Garnish with a squeeze of lime or a spoon of aji criollo. Add a sprinkle of sea salt on the plantains to balance the sweetness and complete the island-Latin experience.

Heat 2½–3½ minutes on medium-high, covered or vented. Stir or rotate halfway for even heating. Let rest 30 seconds before serving.

Preheat to 375°F. Heat pork, plantains, and zucchini 5–6 minutes, flipping once for even warmth.

Preheat to 375°F. Place pork, plantains, and zucchini in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, heat 12–14 minutes, uncover last 2 minutes for light crisping

Heat 1 tsp oil in a pan on medium. Add pork, plantains, and zucchini, sauté 3–4 minutes, stirring gently until hot and caramelized.