CHAMORRO PIBIL recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPuerto Vallarta StamfordChamorro Pibil Recipe

Chamorro Pibil Recipe

Time3h 15m
Serves4

Lamb shank marinated overnight in wine, wrapped in banana leaves and baked to perfection. This dish is served with white rice, beans and salsa verde (fresh tomatillos, avocado, chile and special Puerto Vallarta spices).

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Ingredients

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Lamb Pibil

To Serve

Method

Preparation of Lamb

  1. 1

    Marinate the Lamb

    Add the lamb shank to the marinade, ensuring it's well coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat Oven

    Prepare the oven for baking.

  3. 3

    Prepare Banana Leaves

    This will help in wrapping the lamb.

  4. 4

    Wrap Lamb

    Secure with kitchen twine if necessary.

  5. 5

    Bake the Lamb

    Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours until tender.

Preparation of Salsa Verde

  1. 6

    Cook Tomatillos

    This will enhance the flavor.

  2. 7

    Make Salsa Verde

    Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serving

  1. 8

    Rest the Lamb

    Slice the lamb and serve with white rice, beans, and salsa verde.

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