Achiote Sauce
Mexico
Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 1 | tablespoon | Unsalted Butter |
Unsalted Butter
Unsalted butter pronounced 'uhn-SAWL-tid BUH-tur' is butter that has no added salt, offering the pure, sweet cream flavor of butter. This type of butter is preferred in baking and cooking...
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| 1 | medium | Onion » roughly, chopped |
Onion
The Onion is a member of the Allium family of plants and is a close relative of garlic, scallions, leeks and chives.
Onions are considered root vegetables because they grow below... |
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| 1 1/2 | tablespoons | Achiote Paste » crumbled |
Achiote Paste
Achiote paste, pronounced ah-chee-OH-tay, is a vibrant, brick-red color seasoning made from the seeds of the annatto tree. It combines annatto seeds with spices like cumin, pepper, coriander, oregano, and...
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| 3 | cloves | Garlic » minced |
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,...
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| 1 1/2 | tablespoons | Tomato Paste | ||
| 2 | cups | Chicken Stock |
Chicken Stock
Chicken stock is a flavorful liquid made by simmering chicken bones, and sometimes meat. in water, along with onions, carrots, and celery and herbs like parsley, thyme and bay leaves.
The... |
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| 1 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt
Salt - pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral made of sodium chloride used as an essential everyday seasoning. It chemically balances acidity, suppresses bitterness to heighten sweetness, acts as...
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| 2 | teaspoons | Black Pepper » cracked |
Black Pepper
Black pepper, pronounced 'blak PEH-per', is made from peppercorns that are dried and then ground into a fine powder. It's one of the most commonly used spices, known for its...
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| 2 | tablespoons | White Vinegar |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 25 Minutes | 20 Minutes | 45 minutes |
Directions:
1. In a saucepan, over medium-low heat melt the butter.
2. Cook the onions until soft and translucent, about 12 to 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the Achiote paste, garlic, tomato paste and cook an additional 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Add the chicken stock, salt and black pepper.
5. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring and skimming frequently, 12 to 15 minutes.
6. Add the vinegar and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
7. Puree in a blender or food processor.
8. This Achiote Sauce will keep in the refrigerator 2 to 3 days.
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