Definitions for LECHON
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1. lechon

   A suckling pig is a piglet fed on its mother's milk (i.e., a piglet which is still a "suckling"). In culinary contexts, a suckling pig is slaughtered between the ages of two and six weeks. It is traditionally cooked whole, often roasted, in various cuisines. It is usually prepared for special occasions and gatherings. The most popular preparation can be found in Spain and Portugal under the name lechón (Spanish) or leitão (Portuguese). The meat from suckling pig is pale and tender and the cooked skin is crisp and can be used for pork rinds. The texture of the meat can be somewhat gelatinous due to the amount of collagen in a young pig.

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1. LECHON

   Lechon is a traditional Filipino roasted pig dish that is popularly served during special occasions and festivities. It is made by marinating a whole pig with a combination of spices, herbs, and sometimes vinegar or soy sauce before roasting it over an open fire for several hours. The result is a succulent and crispy skin with tender and flavorful meat. Lechon is often considered the centerpiece of celebratory meals and is enjoyed by many for its delicious taste and crispy texture.

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1. Lechon

   Lechón is a pork dish in several regions of the world, most specifically Spain and its former colonial possessions throughout the world. The word lechón originated from the Spanish term lechón; that refers to a suckling pig that is roasted. Lechón is a popular food in the Philippines, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominican Republic, other Spanish-speaking nations in Latin America, and Spain. The dish features a whole roasted pig cooked over charcoal. Additionally, it is a national dish of the Philippines with Cebu being acknowledged by American chef, Anthony Bourdain as having the best pig, and also being the national dish of Puerto Rico. Nowadays in most of Latin America, the original use of a suckling pig has given way to a medium-sized adult pig. Various livestock or domesticated animals could also be used. In most regions, lechón is prepared throughout the year for any special occasion, during festivals, and the holidays. After seasoning, the pig is cooked by skewering the entire animal, entrails removed, on a large stick and cooking it in a pit filled with charcoal. The pig is placed over the charcoal, and the stick or rod it is attached to is turned in a rotisserie action. The pig is roasted on all sides for several hours until done. The process of cooking and basting usually results in making the pork skin crisp and is a distinctive feature of the dish.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of LECHON in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of LECHON in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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References

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