Cochinita Pibil (Mexican Pulled Pork In Annatto Sauce) Recipe

Name: Cochinita Pibil (Mexican Pulled Pork In Annatto Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade:; 3 ounces achiote paste; 1 white onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic; 2 cups orange juice; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup white vinegar; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano; 5 pounds pork shoulder roast; salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon lard; Habanero Sauce:; 1 red onion, chopped; 3 habanero chiles, seeded and sliced; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup white vinegar; 1 cup lukewarm water; sea salt and ground black pepper to taste; dried oregano

Servings: persons

Marinade:
3 ounces achiote paste
1 white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano
5 pounds pork shoulder roast
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lard
Habanero Sauce:
1 red onion, chopped
3 habanero chiles, seeded and sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 cup lukewarm water
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
dried oregano

1
Combine achiote paste, white onion, garlic, orange juice, lemon juice, 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 tablespoons salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano in a blender; blend marinade until smooth.
2
Rub pork with salt and pepper and place in a pressure cooker. Add lard and pour marinade over pork. Add 2 cups water. Close cooker securely and place pressure regulator over vent according to manufacturer's instructions. Heat to High heat until steam escapes in a steady flow and makes a whistling sound, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low or low. Cook for 45 minutes from the start of the whistling sound. Let pressure release naturally according to manufacturer's instructions, 5 to 10 minutes. Unlock lid and transfer pork to a large platter.
3
Prepare the habanero sauce while the meat is cooking. Combine red onion and habanero chiles in a gravy boat. Add 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and warm water. Season with salt, pepper, and dried oregano and mix until everything is well combined.
4
Shred meat with 2 forks and return to the pressure cooker with the cooking juices. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook uncovered until cooking juices have reduced, about 30 minutes. Serve with habanero sauce.

1480

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

156

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade:, 3 ounces achiote paste, 1 white onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Cochinita Pibil (Mexican Pulled Pork In Annatto Sauce) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cochinita Pibil (Mexican Pulled Pork In Annatto Sauce)

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