Guisados' Cochinita Pibil Tacos Recipe

Name: Guisados' Cochinita Pibil Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup lemon juice; 1/3 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons achiote paste; 2 pounds pork shoulder; 10 whole peppercorns; 6 bay leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1 white onion, diced; Salt and freshly ground pepper; Any of your favorite spices (such as 1/2 teaspoon each of cumin, paprika or chili powder); Corn tortillas; Vinegar-pickled onions; Your favorite habanero salsa (the hotter the better!); Chopped fresh cilantro; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

2/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup orange juice
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons achiote paste
2 pounds pork shoulder
10 whole peppercorns
6 bay leaves
2 cloves garlic
1 white onion, diced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Any of your favorite spices (such as 1/2 teaspoon each of cumin, paprika or chili powder)
Corn tortillas
Vinegar-pickled onions
Your favorite habanero salsa (the hotter the better!)
Chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges

1
For the pork: Blend the lemon juice, orange juice, vinegar and achiote paste together.
2
Pour the mixture over the pork in a large cooking pot and let it marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
3
The following day, add 2 cups water, the peppercorns, bay leaves, garlic, onion, your favorite spices, and some salt and pepper.
4
Let the pork cook over low heat for 3 to 4 hours.
5
When the meat is tender and falling apart, it's ready.
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Serve with hot corn tortillas and your favorite garnishes.
7
This recipe was provided by a professional chef or restaurant and may have been scaled down from a bulk recipe.
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The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

662

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup lemon juice, 1/3 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons achiote paste, and more.

Yes, Guisados' Cochinita Pibil Tacos 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Guisados' Cochinita Pibil Tacos

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Variations & substitutions

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