Cochinita Pibil
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Blend , , , , , , and 2 tsp into a thick red paste. Rub it all over 1.5 kg , cover and leave it in the fridge at least 12 h — overnight is ideal. Toss 1 with 120 ml and a good pinch of . Leave to soften at room temperature while the pork cooks — the acid and crunch are the whole point. Roughly blend 2 , the juice of 2 and a handful of with a splash of water and a pinch of salt. Keep it loose and fiery.

The longer the pork sits in the achiote, the deeper the colour and funk. Don't rush this.

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