Cochinita Pibil…MERIDA’S SUNDAY MORNING MEAL RECIPE

Cochinita Pibil/Roasted Pork in Achiote

• Marinate a quality cut of pork, or an entire pig, in an achiote marinade overnight.

• Place meat on banana leaves, in a deep baking pan, and pour marinade over the meat.

• Finish folding leaves over meat at cover pan with foil.

• Bake at 350 degrees. If it is a loin you should go about ½ hour per pound and about an hour per pound for a tougher cut and/or until meat comes apart at the touch.

• Serve with warm tortillas.