how to make REAL COCHINITA PIBIL tacos

achiote paste

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric provides color and flavor, while paprika is more accessible.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork butt is often less expensive.

Salt the pork and let it sit while preparing the marinade.

Prepare the marinade by mixing lime juice and sour orange juice.

Add achiote paste, toasted cumin seeds, ground coriander, garlic, and white vinegar to the blender and blend until smooth.

Place the pork in the marinade and let it sit for a while.

Line a roasting pan with banana leaves and place the marinated pork on top.

Pour the marinade over the pork and seal it with the banana leaves.

Add a cup or two of water to the pan to help with steaming.

Cover the pan tightly with foil and cook in the oven at 325°F for about 4 to 5 hours until tender.

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