Cochinita Pibil (Mexican Pulled Pork in Annatto Sauce)

Cochinita Pibil (Mexican Pulled Pork in Annatto Sauce)

This cochinita pibil recipe is straight from Mexico. Pork shoulder is cooked in a spicy red annatto sauce, then shredded and served with habanero sauce.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 50 mins
Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

Habanero Sauce

  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 3 habanero chiles, seeded and sliced
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • dried oregano

Marinade

  • 3 ounces achiote paste
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano
  • 5 pounds pork shoulder roast
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lard

Directions

Step 1
Combine achiote paste, white onion, garlic, orange juice, lemon juice, 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 tablespoons salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano in a blender; blend marinade until smooth.

Step 2
Rub pork with salt and pepper and place in a pressure cooker. Add lard and pour marinade over pork. Add 2 cups water. Close cooker securely and place pressure regulator over vent according to manufacturer's instructions. Heat to High heat until steam escapes in a steady flow and makes a whistling sound, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low or low. Cook for 45 minutes from the start of the whistling sound. Let pressure release naturally according to manufacturer's instructions, 5 to 10 minutes. Unlock lid and transfer pork to a large platter.

Step 3
Prepare the habanero sauce while the meat is cooking. Combine red onion and habanero chiles in a gravy boat. Add 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and warm water. Season with salt, pepper, and dried oregano and mix until everything is well combined.

Step 4
Shred meat with 2 forks and return to the pressure cooker with the cooking juices. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook uncovered until cooking juices have reduced, about 30 minutes. Serve with habanero sauce.

Cook’s Notes:

For an even more intense flavor and if you have the time, cover meat with annatto sauce and marinate for about 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

422
Calories
26g
Fat
8g
Carbs
38g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 422
% Daily Value *
Total Fat26g 33%
Saturated Fat9g 45%
Cholesterol122mg 41%
Sodium1334mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate8g 3%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars5g
Protein38g
Vitamin C32mg 158%
Calcium56mg 4%
Iron2mg 11%
Potassium811mg 17%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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