Cochinita Pibil (Or “puerco Pibil”) (Simplified)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2
Succulent Cochinita Pibil recipe with simplified ingredients
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

4.5 hours

Ready In

5 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 tablespoons ground annatto seed ( Achiote )
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
8 whole allspice
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
3 habanero peppers , minced
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons salt
8 garlic cloves ( or 1/3 cup of garlic , peeled and minced )
1 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons tequila
5 lbs pork shoulder , chopped ( AKA `` Pork Butt '' )
rice
lettuce ( optional )
jalapeno pepper ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
499
Sugar
5g
Fat
29g
Cochinita Pibil is a traditional Mexican dish that originates from the Yucatan Peninsula. It's a slow-cooked pork dish that is marinated in a mixture of spices, citrus juices, and vinegar. The pork is then wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an underground pit called a pib. This simplified version of the recipe uses readily available ingredients from the supermarket and can be made in an oven, making it easier to replicate at home. The final result is a succulent, flavorful pork dish that can be enjoyed with rice and toppings of your choice.

Instructions

1.In a blender, combine ground annatto seed, ground cumin, ground black pepper, allspice, whole cloves, minced habanero peppers, orange juice, white vinegar, salt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and tequila. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
2.In a large bowl, toss chopped pork shoulder with the paste mixture. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
3.Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a large baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
4.Pour the pork and marinade into the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 4 hours.
5.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pork is tender and falling apart.
6.Serve hot with rice and optional toppings such as lettuce and jalapeno pepper.

PROS

Cochinita Pibil has a rich and bold flavor, which is both tangy and spicy.

The pork shoulder is tender and melts in your mouth after cooking for hours.

This simplified version of the recipe is easy to execute with readily available ingredients in the supermarket.

CONS

This recipe takes some time to prepare and requires marinating the pork overnight.

There is a fair amount of spice from the habanero peppers, so a personal taste preference for spice level may need to be considered.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork shoulder provides a good source of protein and essential amino acids.
The garlic and habanero peppers in the recipe may help boost the immune system and improve heart health.
Oranges contain vitamin C and antioxidants, which may benefit the immune system and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

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