Cochinita Pibil Recipe
Slow-cooked pork in citrus and guajillo pepper sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving Suggestions
Method
Preparation of Pork
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a blender, combine the orange juice, lime juice, guajillo peppers (stems and seeds removed), garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Marinate the Pork
Place the pork shoulder in a large bowl or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the pork, making sure it is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Cooking
- 3
Prepare for Cooking
If using banana leaves, soak them in hot water for 15 minutes to make them pliable. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 4
Wrap the Pork
If using banana leaves, lay them flat on a large sheet of aluminum foil. Place the marinated pork in the center of the banana leaves, then fold the leaves over the pork and wrap it tightly in the foil.
- 5