Easy & Authentic Al Pastor Marinade Recipe

Ingredients

• 4-5 dried guajillo chilies, stems and seeds removed
• 2-3 dried ancho chilies, stems and seeds removed
• 1 medium pineapple (1 cup / 240 ml juice, ideally fresh)
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1-2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from canned chipotles)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional for sweetness)