Name: Achiote Paste
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexico
Ingredients: 1 cup Annatto Seeds; 10 cloves Garlic; 0.333333 cup Mexican Oregano; 5 tablespoons Black Peppercorns; 4 teaspoons Cumin Seeds; 4 teaspoons Coriander Seeds; 10 whole Allspice; 1.25 cups White Vinegar

Achiote Paste

Submitted by Emma R.

Mexico

🔥 0 Calories

🥑 0.0 Fat

💪 0.0 Protein

🧂 0 Sodium

This recipe is known as Recado De Adobo Colorado in Mexican cuisine.

Ingredients:

Qty	Unit	Ingredient
1	cup	Annatto Seeds	Annatto Seeds Annatto seeds, from the Annatto Tree, are a vivid orange-yellow color often used to naturally dye food. They have a peppery aroma and nutty-sweet flavor. They're ground into powder for... Read more...
10	cloves	Garlic	Garlic Garlic is a mighty ingredient that adds depth and flavor to a wide range of dishes. Whether you're tossing it into a pasta sauce, roasting it to spread on bread,... Read more...
1/3	cup	Mexican Oregano
5	tablespoons	Black Peppercorns	Black Peppercorns Black Peppercorns are harvested in the unripe, green state and left to dry for up to 2 weeks. As they dry, they shrivel and turn dark brown or black. Black, white... Read more...
4	teaspoons	Cumin Seeds
4	teaspoons	Coriander Seeds
10	whole	Allspice	Allspice Discover the warm, rich flavor of allspice. This guide shares clear nutritional values, standard serving sizes, and easy spice substitutions. Learn how to store and use this unique ingredient to... Read more...
1 1/4	cups	White Vinegar

Prep Time	Process Time	Overall Time
5 Minutes	5 Minutes	10 minutes

Directions:

For this recipe you can substitute the White vinegar for lime juice or orange juice or a combination of both.

1. Combine annatto seeds, garlic, Mexican oregano, peppercorns, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, allspice and vinegar in blender or food processor.

2. Pulse until the mixture is thoroughly pureed.

3. Add more vinegar, if needed, to give it a smooth paste consistency.

4. Transfer to a container with an air-tight lid.

5. This Achiote Paste will keep indefinitely if made with vinegar, or up to 3 weeks if made with the citrus juices.

6. Be sure to label and date your container.

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