Best 2 Puerco Pibil Recipes
Puerco pibil is a traditional Mexican dish that is bursting with flavor and sure to tantalize your taste buds. Originating in the Yucatán Peninsula, this succulent pork dish has become a celebrated delicacy across the country and beyond. The hallmark of this iconic dish is the aromatic marinade, crafted with achiote paste, citrus juices, fragrant spices, and earthy herbs. This flavorful mixture is lovingly massaged into tender pork shoulder, then slowly cooked until it reaches fall-off-the-bone perfection. The result is a mouthwatering dish that is both rich and tender, with a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this guide will lead you through the intricacies of preparing this classic dish, ensuring you create a truly unforgettable meal.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
PUERCO PIBIL
I got this recipe from the movie "Once Upon A Time In Mexico" starring Antonio Banderas and Johnny Depp. The director (or maybe producer - not sure) Robert Rodriguez made a short cooking show at the end of the DVD showing how to cook this dish. I have not made it yet because the annato seeds were not available locally so I ordered them from Penzey's and they just came in. I plan on making this next weekend so I will post an update on the recipe. NOTE: Rodriguez suggests that you have a coffee grinder just for grinding seeds and do not attempt to grind coffee beans after the seasoning. He states you will never get out all of the seasoning and will affect the taste of your coffee so splurge and buy a grinder just for your seasonings. You can buy banana leaves at your asian market but if you cannot find them wrap the pork in foil. He says the leaves add flavor and moisture.
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Categories Pork
Time 5h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put annato seeds, cumin seeds, peppercorns, allspice and cloves in a clean coffee grinder and grind very fine.
- Put orange juice, white vinegar, habanero peppers, ground spice powder, salt, garlic, lemon juice and tequila in blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Place cubed pork and liquid from blender in zip loc bag and marinate for one hour.
- Line a 9x13 baking pan with banana leaves.
- Pour pork mixture directly on top of banana leaves and cover with more banana leaves.
- Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake at 325 degrees for 4 hours.
PUERCO PIBIL
Steps:
- 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.)
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder is the best cut for this dish, as it has a good amount of fat that will help keep the meat moist during cooking.
- Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives this dish its signature flavor, so make sure to use a flavorful one. A good marinade will typically include a combination of citrus juice, spices, and herbs.
- Cook the pork slowly: Puerco pibil is a slow-cooked dish, so be patient. The longer you cook it, the more tender and flavorful it will be.
- Serve with traditional accompaniments: Puerco pibil is typically served with a variety of traditional accompaniments, such as pickled onions, black beans, and tortillas.
Conclusion:
Puerco pibil is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for special occasions. It is a bit time-consuming to make, but it is definitely worth the effort. If you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, I highly recommend giving puerco pibil a try.
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