Episode 2 (Part 2): Puerco Pibil

A delicious, spicy, slow roasted pork from the Yucatan.

INGREDIENTS:
5 Tbsp. Annatto Seeds (Achiote)
2 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1 Tbsp. Allspice
1/2 tsp. Whole Cloves
Habañeros (to taste... seeded and veined, then minced)
1/2 Cup White Vinegar
1/2 Cup Orange Juice
2 Tbsp. Salt
8 Cloves Garlic (pressed and crushed)
5 Lemons (juiced)
Splash Tequila (finest quality)
5 lb. Pork Butt (pork shoulder)
(Banana Leaves, optional)

PROCEDURE:
1) Grind annatto, cumin, pepper, allspice, and cloves into a fine powder using a coffee grinder (reserved only for grinding spices, NOT coffee).

2)Combine minced habañeros, vinegar, and orange juice. Mix. Add salt, garlic, lemon juice, and tequila. (food processor or blender works best)

3) Mix powder with habañero mixture. Shake well.

4) Cut pork into 2" cubes and combine in a bag with spice/habañero mixture and shake well. Place all ingredients in a turkey bag (remembering to poke holes) or wrap in banana leaves. Bake for 2 hours at 325. (Banana leaves version: bake for 4 hours at 325)

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[annelle45]

I made the Robert Rodriquez version with real Sour Orange juice, and foil instead of banana leaves. Seeing this, I really like the turkey bag idea. I would cook it longer, I think, 3 to 5 hours at 325. Also, that does seem like a BIT much Tequila. Love the heat, so will continue to use 5 peppers.

[ChefStedman]

I love HEAT too, glad someone else can handle 5 peppers. 2 peppers is good for the average eater, but 5 is great for those who REALLY like spicy. Turkey bags work faster than foil because they're more insulated, so they don't require the full cooking time... plus I like my pork slightly undercooked. You'll overcook the pork if you cook fulltime in a turkey bag. Moist, medium rare pork is amazing. Remember to poke holes in the turkey bag or it'll pop! As for the Tequila... I just like tequila.

[face777]

would this dish work in a slow coocker? for like 2-2 1/2 hours?

[ChefStedman]

Most likely. I've done it in 2 hours using the turkey bag. Banana leaves are what take the longest, about 4 hours.

[face777]

also i cant get hold of Habañeros what would be a good replacement? would maybe somthing like jalapeno be ok?

[ChefStedman]

Use your favorite peppers.

Chipotles (smoked jalapeños) might be nice, Pablanos, whatever you desire. That's the joy of cooking, there are no rules.

[OperationThrash]

i agree banana leaves take longer, BUT thats the thing about mexican food, it takes time. I made it once without banana leaves and just wasnt the same. The leaves give it a much better taste and leave it more tender and delicious, plus its the way i learned it cuz well it original. This is a good recipe too though. Just dont get to attached to the tequila hahaha jk.

[ninamendez]

tequila suggestions....awesome!!!

[inofaith]

I liked Rober Rodriguez version better :)

[face777]

awsome thanks a lot, also what would be a good replacment for the habanero as i cant find any. would somthing like jalapeno work or not? ty man

[kryptonitebullet179]

I was gonna say the same thing! At 2:38, it looks like a platter of turds.

[kryptonitebullet179]

That's a lot of tequila for a skinny white boy to ingest...