Cochinita Pibil cooked in a Pit - Rick Bayless

Cochinita Pibil cooked in a Pit - Rick Bayless

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Cochinita Pibil cooked in a traditional pit for a hearty dinner. Learn the authentic Mexican recipe from Rick Bayless.

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Ingredients

  • Tape measure, stakes and string for mapping out the pit area
  • Shovel (and lots of energy)
  • Bricks
  • A steel or corrugated metal sheet to cover the pit
  • 5 4-ounce packages achiote seasoning (El Yucateco is a commonly found brand)
  • 2 1/2 cups fresh lime juice
  • 3 1-pound packages banana leaves, defrosted
  • Pickled red onions, for serving (recipe below)
  • Habanero salsa, for serving (recipe below)

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