What famous slow-roasted whole pig, a centerpiece of Philippine fiestas, is usually stuffed with herbs such as lemongrass?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Lechon (Lechon Baboy)
- Step 1: Visayan lechon is prepared stuffed with herbs which usually include scallions, bay leaves, black peppercorn, garlic, salt, and distinctively tanglad (lemongrass) or leaves from native Citrus trees or tamarind trees, among other spices. Answer: Lechon (Lechon Baboy). Why not the others: None of these fit: Crispy Pata deep fried pork trotter; Lechon Kawali pan fried pork belly; Bagnet deep fried Ilocano pork belly.
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