Achiote Paste

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Achiote Paste

Achiote Paste is a traditional Mexican recipe for a classic sauce of annatto seeds, cumin, allspice, oregano and garlic in lime juice that's used as a flavouring base for other dishes. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Mexican version of: Achiote Paste.

prep time

10 minutes

cook time

10 minutes

Total Time:

20 minutes

Makes:

1 jar

Rating:

Tags : Sauce Recipes Spice Recipes Herb Recipes Mexico Recipes

Ingredients:

2 tbsp Annatto Seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp oregano
6 allspice berries
1 tsp sea salt
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 tbsp lime juice

Method:

Combine the annatto seeds, cumin seeds, oregano, allspice berries and salt in a coffee grinder or spice mill and grind to a powdery consistency.

Add the garlic and lime juice to a small bowl then mix in the spice powder. Blend thoroughly then transfer to a small lidded jar and store in the refrigerator.

Typically this is used for grilled or baked seafood.