Cochinita Pibil (Mexican Braised Pork)
Mexico
Published method, 8 steps.
Ingredients
- 5 Tbsp (75 ml) annatto seeds
- 2 tsp (10 ml) cumin seeds
- 1 Tbsp (15 ml) peppercorns
- 8 allspice berries
- ½ tsp (8 ml) whole cloves
- 2 habanero chiles (or milder chiles)
- ½ cup (120 ml) orange juice
- ½ cup (120 ml) white vinegar
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) salt
- 8 cloves of garlic
- 5 lemons, juiced
- 1 splash of tequila
- 5 pounds (2.3 kg) pork butt
- Banana leaves and/or heavy-duty aluminium foil
- White or Spanish rice, taco shells, or tortillas for serving