The vibrant, reddish-brown color of achiote turns any number of dishes into a feast for the eyes. It gives cochinita pibil its visual wow factor, and is the secret ingredient behind every irresistible ...

Note: The achiote paste recipe is adapted from “The Essential Cuisines of Mexico” by Diana Kennedy. Annatto seeds are available at Latino markets. Mix the spices and grind them in batches in an ...

It’s easy to find a great taco in Los Angeles. Just ask our restaurant critic Jonathan Gold. But what if you could make some of the city’s best tacos in your own kitchen? When you’re making tacos at ...

ACHIOTE(Bixa orellana), of the Bixaceae family, is also known as annato, bija, onoto and urucú. Distribution: A native plant found in the warmer regions of the tropical Americas, achiote has been used ...

Heat olive oil and achiote over medium low heat in a small sauce pan for 5 minutes, occasionally stirring. Remove from heat and allow achiote to steep in the hot oil for another 5 minutes. Strain ...

The spice world is rich with ingredients that transform dishes through aroma and taste, and there are some spices that also deliver vibrant color. Annatto seed is one such spice that imparts both ...

The achiote paste recipe is adapted from “The Essential Cuisines of Mexico” by Diana Kennedy. Annatto seeds are available at Hispanic markets. Makes 4 servings. Ingredients 2 cloves garlic, peeled and ...