Cochinita Pibil

Transport yourself to the vibrant Yucatan Peninsula with this authentic Cochinita Pibil recipe. A beloved Mexican dish, Cochinita Pibil is traditionally cooked underground, but this stovetop adaptation preserves its unique flavors. With tender pork marinated in annatto paste and bitter orange juice, this recipe offers a delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients

🐷 4.5 kg pork leg brazuelo
🐖 2.5 kg pork ribs
🌿 150 grams El Yucateco Achiote Condimentado
🧅 0.25 white onion
🧄 10-12 garlic cloves
🌿 1 small piece cinnamon stick
🌿 0.5 tablespoon whole cumin
🌿 0.5 tablespoon whole black pepper
🌿 0.5 tablespoon allspice Pimienta Gorda
🌿 7 cloves
🌿 0.5 tablespoon dried oregano
🧂 1 tablespoon salt
🍊 1 cup GOYA Naranja Agria (alternative: 0.5 cup lemon juice + 0.5 cup sweet orange juice)
🍌 Sufficient banana leaves
🧊 1 cup water
For the Xnipec (Habanero Salsa):
🧅 1 red onion sliced
🌿 2 tablespoons dried oregano
🥫 A dash of white vinegar
🍋 1 cup bitter orange juice (alternative as above)
🧂 0.5 tablespoon salt
🌶️ 3-4 habanero peppers sliced

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pork:

• Cut the pork leg into smaller pieces, removing the skin but reserving it.
• Cut the pork ribs into 3-4 smaller pieces.
• Generously season all pork pieces leg, ribs, and skin with grain salt.

2- Prepare the Recado Rojo Marinade:

• Combine the bitter orange juice, salt, black pepper, cinnamon, oregano, cumin, allspice, cloves, annatto paste, garlic, and onion in a Vitamix blender.
• Blend until smooth and well combined, approximately 2 minutes. Set aside.

3- Assemble the Pot:

• Line a large cooking pot with banana leaves, allowing them to extend up the sides.
• Add a layer of sliced white onion, creating a bed for the meat.
• Place the seasoned pork on top of the onion layer.
• Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring thorough coating.
• Add the reserved pork skin on top.
• Fully cover with banana leaves, tucking to seal.

4- Marinate:

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

5- Cook on the Stovetop:

• Add 1 cup of water to the pot around the leaf edges.
• Set the pot on a GE Appliances stovetop.
• Cook on medium-high heat for 3 minutes.
• Reduce to very low heat and cook for 3.5 hours, flipping the meat once.

6- Prepare the Xnipec (Habanero Salsa):

• Thinly slice the red onion and habanero peppers.
• Combine with oregano, salt, white vinegar, and bitter orange juice, mixing well.
• Chill until serving.

7- Serve:

• Shred the tender pork and serve with Xnipec and warm tortillas for tacos.

Prep Time: 30-45 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours 33 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 10 to 10.5 hours including marination
Servings: 10-12

Equipment:

• GE Appliances gas range and microwave oven
• Vitamix blender
• Wooden cutting boards
• Chef's knife
• Large cooking pot/casserole
• Glass measuring cup
• Clay bowls
• Disposable gloves
• Metal tongs

Cooking Tips

• Use grain salt for better adhesion and flavor.
• Adjust habaneros in Xnipec for spice preference.
• Marinate longer for optimal flavor.

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Cochinita Pibil