Jun 09 2026
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Cochinita Pibil Recipe

Inspired by Paladar
Time5h
Serves6

With corn tortillas, roasted pineapple & habanero chilli jam

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Ingredients

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Cochinita Pibil

Roasted Pineapple

Habanero Chilli Jam

Corn Tortillas

Method

Prepare Cochinita Pibil

  1. 1

    Marinate the Pork

    In a bowl, combine achiote paste, orange juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the pork shoulder. Cover and marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Wrap and Cook

    Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F). Wrap the marinated pork in banana leaves (or foil) and place it in a baking dish. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 4-5 hours until the pork is tender.

Roast Pineapple

  1. 3

    Prepare Pineapple

    While the pork is cooking, preheat a grill or a grill pan. Sprinkle the pineapple slices with brown sugar and cinnamon. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side until caramelized.

Make Habanero Chilli Jam

  1. 4

    Prepare the Jam

    In a saucepan, combine chopped habanero peppers, sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until thickened. Let cool.

Make Corn Tortillas

  1. 5

    Prepare Dough

    In a bowl, mix masa harina, water, and salt until a smooth dough forms. Divide the dough into small balls.

  2. 6

    Cook Tortillas

    Flatten each ball into a thin circle using a tortilla press or rolling pin. Cook on a hot skillet for about 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly browned.

Serve

  1. 7

    Assemble the Dish

    Shred the cooked pork and serve in corn tortillas with grilled pineapple slices, pickled red onions, and a drizzle of habanero chilli jam.

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