Achiote Paste
Description
Achiote paste—also known as recado rojo—is a vibrant, earthy seasoning staple in Mexican, Central American, and Caribbean cooking. It is made primarily from ground annatto seeds, blended with garlic, vinegar, and warm spices like cumin, cloves, and oregano. The paste gives dishes like cochinita pibil a signature peppery flavor and brilliant red hue.
Type
Seasoning
