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Cochinita Pibil

Ingredients

  • 1 pork shoulder

2 tablespoons achiote paste OR a paste made of

  • 1 1/2 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 sliced red onion

In a food processor, blend together

  • 1/3 c orange juice
  • 2/3 c fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 jalapeno peppers deseeded and rough chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 dried guajillo chiles tops and seeds removed, soaked in hot water to soften (keep the water!)

Instructions

  • Rub the shoulder in the achiote paste and sear off in a dutch oven.
  • Pour the liquid mix over top and sprinkle the sliced onion around.
  • Bake at 200F for about 4 hours.
  • Remove from the pot, shred and place back in the liquid, bringing to a boil. When the liquid has reduced, scoop and place on rice.