El Yucateco Achiote Liquid 300ml
Transform your dishes with El Yucateco Achiote Liquid, a 300ml bottle of rich, authentic Yucatan-style achiote sauce. Made from ground annatto seeds, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, this achiote liquid is the perfect substitute for traditional achiote paste or powder. With its smooth, easy-to-use format, it’s ready to bring the vibrant taste of the Yucatan Peninsula straight to your kitchen.
Perfect For: This achiote liquid is ideal for marinating beef, chicken, pork, or fish, infusing them with a rich, earthy flavour and beautiful colour. Traditionally used in Yucatecan and Central American dishes, achiote adds depth to classic recipes like cochinita pibil, tacos, and grilled meats. It’s also great for experimenting with new dishes where you want a touch of bold, authentic flavour inspired by Mayan culinary traditions.
How to Use: Simply pour 50ml of the achiote liquid over your choice of meat or fish, then let it marinate for a few hours or overnight to fully absorb the flavour. Once marinated, cook as desired – whether grilling, baking, or pan-frying – for tender, flavourful results.
Why You’ll Love It: El Yucateco Achiote Liquid makes it easy to enjoy the traditional flavours of the Yucatan, saving you time and effort in preparation. With its natural ingredients and no added colouring, it’s a pure and authentic way to bring the taste of Mexico into your meals. Perfect for those who love bold, heritage flavours, this achiote liquid will elevate your cooking with a simple pour and marinate method.
Water, annato seeds, cornflour, salt, spices, acetic acid, citric acid, xantham gum and sodium benzoate, as preservative and disodium calcium EDTA.< This product contains GMOs./p>
Suitable for: Vegetarians
| Nutritional information (per 100g) | |
| Energy: | 84.67kJ |
| Fat: | 1.59g |
| Carbohydrate: | 14.5g |
| Protein: | 3.09g |
| Salt: | 5.69g |
Featured Recipe: Traditional Cochinita Pibil
Immerse yourself in the traditional flavours of the Yucatan with this classic Cochinita Pibil recipe. Using ingredients like pork shoulder, dried chillies, a mix of aromatic spices, orange juice, and white wine vinegar, this dish is a testament to the rich culinary history of the region.
Ingredients
- 3kg Pork Shoulder Joint, skin removed
- For the marinade:
- 200g Achiote Paste (That's 2 packs)
- 2 x Dried Ancho Chillies or Pasilla Chilli , dry roasted and soaked in hot water
- 2 x White Onions, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 x Whole Bulb of Garlic, peeled (yes, that's plenty of garlic)
- 1 x Cinnamon Stick, dry roasted
- 4tsps Cumin Seeds, dry roasted
- 5 x Cloves, dry roasted
- 1tsp Allspice Berried, dry roasted
- 3 x Fresh Bay Leaves, finely chopped
- 2tsp Dried Oregano
- 200ml Orange Juice (freshly squeezed is best but a carton will do)
- 50ml White Wine Vinegar
- 3tbsp Olive Oil
- 1tbsp Sea Salt
Cooking Steps
- Prepare the pork and a robust marinade using El Yucateco Achiote Paste and an assortment of spices.
- Roast the pork at a high temperature, then slow-cook it in water, covered with pork skin and foil to seal in the flavours.
- Once cooked, shred the pork and mix it with its juices and any remaining marinade for a succulent and flavorful experience.
- Serve with traditional accompaniments like Mexican soft tacos, pickled red onions, salsa taqueria, fresh coriander, and a squeeze of lime juice for an authentic touch.
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