Puerco Pibil Recipe

Name: Puerco Pibil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 T. annatto seeds; 2 t. cumin seeds; 1 T. whole black pepper; 8 whole allspice berries; 1 t. cloves; 2 habanero peppers; 2 T. salt; 8 cloves garlic; 1/2 c. orange juice; 1/2 c. white vinegar; 5 lemons, juiced; 1 shot (1 1/2 oz.) tequila; 5 lbs. pork butt; banana leaves

Servings: persons

5 T. annatto seeds
2 t. cumin seeds
1 T. whole black pepper
8 whole allspice berries
1 t. cloves
2 habanero peppers
2 T. salt
8 cloves garlic
1/2 c. orange juice
1/2 c. white vinegar
5 lemons, juiced
1 shot (1 1/2 oz.) tequila
5 lbs. pork butt
banana leaves

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["1.grind the dried spices (annatto, cumin, black pepper, allspice, and cloves), thoroughly (I'd use a blade-style coffee grinder, though not one that I ever intend to use for coffee again)", "", "2.mince the habenero peppers, after removing the seeds", "", "3.combine orange juice, vinegar, lemon juice, tequila, dried spices, minced habenero, salt, and garlic in a blender. Liquify.", "", "4.cut pork into 2 inch squares, place in a large ziplock bag, and fill with the marinade", "", "5.let marinate for at least twenty minutes (overnight is fine, too)", "", "6.line a 9"" x 12"" pan with banana leaves, pour pork & marinade in, cover with more banana leaves, cover tightly with foil", "", "7.cook at 325 degrees F. for four hours", "", "Serve over white or Spanish rice.", "", "(I omit the banana leaves, and cook until just tender - less than four hours.)"]

1648

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

165

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 T. annatto seeds, 2 t. cumin seeds, 1 T. whole black pepper, 8 whole allspice berries, and more.

Yes, Puerco Pibil 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.

Puerco Pibil

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