WALTER'S COCHINITA PIBIL

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Provided by Chuck Hughes

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 tablespoon annatto (ground achiote seeds)
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon peppercorns
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
3 whole cloves, ground
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 sprigs fresh oregano, roughly chopped
1 habanero chile, seeded and chopped
Juice of 8 limes or bitter oranges, or white wine vinegar
One 4-pound/2 kg bone-in pork shoulder
8 banana leaves, soaked
2 tablespoons/30 ml olive oil
1 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves finely chopped
1 habanero chile, seeded and diced
1 red onion, diced
Juice of 1 seville orange or 2 limes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tomatoes, seeded and diced
Zest and juice of 3 limes or 2 seville oranges
1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves
1 onion, diced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 sections of baguette or tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
  • For the recado: Using a food processor, reduce the annatto, coriander seeds, peppercorns, cinnamon, salt, cloves, garlic, oregano and chile to form a paste. Add the juice and pulse until combined.
  • Rub the pork shoulder with some of the recado. Lay half the banana leaves in a roasting pan. Put the pork shoulder on the banana leaves and cover with the remaining leaves. Pour the remaining recado on top. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the oven until the meat falls off the bone, about 6 hours.
  • Meanwhile, for the mild salsa: Mix together the olive oil, cilantro, onions and orange juice. Season with salt and pepper. Keep in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • For the spicy salsa: Mix together the tomatoes, lime zest and juice, cilantro, chile and onions. Season with salt and pepper. Keep in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Serve the pork with baguette sections or tortillas, add a ladle of the sauce and garnish with the salsas.

Fazal Maula
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Walter's cochinita pibil is a culinary masterpiece. The flavors are complex and well-balanced, and the meat is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Mexican food.


Shukran khan
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This cochinita pibil is a perfect dish for a special occasion or a casual get-together. It's sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.


Kamanzi Jonnan
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's a great way to enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine without having to go out to a restaurant.


sagina ansari
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This recipe is a winner! The cochinita pibil was incredibly flavorful and the meat was fall-apart tender. I will definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Austin Lodge
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Walter's cochinita pibil is a must-try for any food lover. The combination of flavors and textures is simply divine. I highly recommend serving it with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.


Whisker
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I'm not typically a fan of pork, but this cochinita pibil changed my mind. The spices and the slow-cooking process created a dish that was incredibly flavorful and tender.


Izaz Ahmad
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A truly authentic and delicious cochinita pibil recipe. The marinade and cooking method produced tender, juicy pork that melted in my mouth. Highly recommended!


Saloma Fuliese
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This is the best cochinita pibil I've ever had, hands down. The pork was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I can't wait to make it again!


Mercy Smith
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I served the cochinita pibil on tacos, but it would also be great in burritos, tortas, or even as a main course with rice and beans.


Eric Meyer
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Walter's cochinita pibil is a true masterpiece. The pork was incredibly tender and juicy, and the sauce was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again and again.


GReg MArtin
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This dish is a labor of love, but it's worth every minute spent in the kitchen. The slow-cooking process infuses the pork with an incredible depth of flavor. Simply outstanding!


aayush pandey
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I am blown away by how easy and delicious this recipe is. I had never attempted cochinita pibil before, but Walter's instructions made it a breeze. My family raved about it!


Lovinter Akinyi
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As a Mexican food enthusiast, I can confidently say that this cochinita pibil is the real deal. The flavors were authentic and well-balanced. Walter's recipe is a keeper!


Brianna Maher
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Absolutely divine! The pork was fall-apart tender, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. This dish is a true testament to Walter's culinary expertise.


John Alvarez
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I've tried several cochinita pibil recipes before, but Walter's recipe takes the cake. The marinade was spot-on, and the cooking instructions were easy to follow. The end result was pure perfection!


Robert Prewitt
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This cochinita pibil recipe is a game-changer! The combination of spices and the slow-cooking method resulted in incredibly tender and flavorful pork. Highly recommended!