Homemade Achiote Sauce: Taste the Yucatan!

Homemade Achiote Sauce: Taste the Yucatan!

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Bring the bright flavours of the Yucatan home with this easy achiote sauce recipe! Perfect for marinades, tacos, and more.

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Cooking tools:

  • Blender
  • Immersion blender
  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mason jar
  • Airtight container
  • Gloves

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons achiote seeds OR 2 tablespoons achiote paste
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1-2 habanero pepper, finely minced (optional) OR 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil

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