Cochinita Pibil Recipe
A traditional Mexican dish made with slow-roasted pork marinated in citrus juice and achiote paste.
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Main Ingredients
- 2 kg Pork shoulder
- ½ cup Achiote paste
- 1 cup Orange juice Freshly squeezed
- ½ cup Lime juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper Freshly ground
- 1 pc Banana leaf Optional, for wrapping
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix the achiote paste, orange juice, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the pork shoulder to the bowl and coat it well with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
4. If using a banana leaf, line your baking dish with it. Place the marinated pork in the baking dish and cover it with aluminum foil.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding the pork with two forks.
7. Serve with warm tortillas, pickled red onions, and your favorite salsa.
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg