Yucatan Roast Pork (Cochinita Pibil) Recipe

Name: Yucatan Roast Pork (Cochinita Pibil)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons annatto seed; 18 whole black peppercorns; 4 large cloves garlic, quartered; 1/2 cup orange juice; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 1 (4 pound) pork shoulder roast; Sweet Pickled Onions; 16 (8-inch) flour tortillas, warmed

Servings: persons

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1. Cover annatto seed with boiling water. Cover and let stand at least 12 hours; drain.
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2. Place annatto seed, peppercorns, garlic, orange juice, cumin, salt and oregano in blender container. Cover and blend by pulsing, scraping sides occasionally, until annatto seeds are chopped, about 1 minute.
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3. Make several deep cuts in pork roast. Place pork in shallow non-reactive dish. Pour marinade over pork; rub into cuts. Cover and refrigerate at least 12 hours.
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4. Prepare Sweet Pickled Onions.
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5. Place pork and marinade in Dutch oven. Cover and bake at 325 degrees F, turning pork and spooning marinade over pork occasionally, until very tender, about 3 hours. Remove pork; let stand 30 minutes.
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6. Remove bones and fat from pork; pull pork into shreds. Skim fat from marinade. Return pork to marinade. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until pork is hot, about 10 minutes.
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7. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the pork mixture onto each warm tortilla; top with Sweet Pickled Onions. Fold in sides of tortillas. Serve with Baked Plantains, if desired.
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Sweet Pickled Onions
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2 large onions, sliced
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1/4 cup vinegar
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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Cover onions with water in skillet. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes; drain. Mix onions, vinegar and sugar. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours.

1831

kcal

Calories

Fat

369

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons annatto seed, 18 whole black peppercorns, 4 large cloves garlic, quartered, 1/2 cup orange juice, and more.

Yes, Yucatan Roast Pork (Cochinita 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.

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Yucatan Roast Pork (Cochinita Pibil)

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Variations & substitutions

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