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Cochinita Pibil

Mexican · Latin America OVEN
9/10

Yucatecan pulled pork marinated in achiote and sour orange, wrapped in banana leaves and slow-roasted.

Pork Stew & Braise Home Cook Friendly N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Achiote's annatto provides earthy color and flavor; sour orange denatures surface proteins for better browning; banana leaf wrapping steams the meat while infusing herbal aromatics.

Key Ingredients

pork shoulder achiote paste sour orange juice banana leaves habanero pickled red onion garlic

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