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Yucatan Cochinita Pibil

Mexico cuisine

Yucatan Cochinita Pibil

Achiote-marinated pork shoulder slow-roasted in banana leaves with pickled onion garnish.

Prep: 30 min
Cook: 3 hr
Total: 3 hr 45 min
Servings: Serves 6
Difficulty: Intermediate

Ingredients

  • - 2 lbs protein or hearty vegetables
  • - 1 large onion, diced
  • - 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • - 2 tbsp achiote marinated pork
  • - 2 cups stock or crushed tomatoes
  • - Herbs, citrus, and spices to finish

Cooking steps

  1. 1Season and sear protein or vegetables in batches until deeply browned.
  2. 2Sweat aromatics in remaining fat until tender.
  3. 3Deglaze with wine or stock, scraping fond before adding liquids and spices.
  4. 4Simmer covered until tender, then finish with fresh herbs and acid.

Chef notes

  • - Pat ingredients dry before searing to avoid steaming.
  • - Adjust seasoning at the end once the sauce has reduced.

Pairings

  • - Serve with acharred corn
  • - Pour a glass of Tamarind margarita

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 610 kcal
  • Protein: 44 g
  • Fat: 36 g
  • Carbs: 22 g