Authentic Cochinita Pibil (Spicy Mexican Pulled Pork)

1. 1

   Mix the onion, habanero peppers, lime juice, and salt in a bowl; cover and chill while you prepare and cook the pork. Wear rubber gloves when handling habanero peppers and avoid touching your eyes, nose, or skin while slicing them.

2. 2

   Put the guajillo peppers in a bowl; pour enough hot water over them to cover. Let them soak until softened, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the pork with salt and pepper; cook in the hot oil until fully browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Move the pork to a slow cooker.

4. 4

   Combine the guajillo peppers, orange juice, vinegar, garlic, and achiote paste in a blender; blend until smooth. Pour the sauce over the pork cubes in the slow cooker.

5. 5

   Cook on High until the pork easily falls apart, 6 to 8 hours. Transfer the pork to a serving dish and shred with 2 forks. Pour the achiote sauce over the shredded pork. To serve, top with the onion-habanero salsa.

• Calories 710.63 kcal High
• Protein 44.79 g Good Source
• Carbs 38.7 g Moderate
• Total Fat 41.02 g High
• Saturated Fat 12.5 g High
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 131.56 mg High
• Sodium 704.97 mg High
• Fiber 4.04 g Moderate
• Sugar 12.94 g High
• Added Sugar 0.05 g Low Source
• Calcium 31.37 mg Low Source
• Iron 8.46 mg Good Source
• Potassium 351.57 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 19.13 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 49.69 mg Good Source
• Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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