Cochinita Pibil

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup achiote paste or annatto seeds
• 10 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 limes, juiced
• 8 bay leaves, crumbled
• 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 4 pounds pork butt, cut into 3-inch cubes
• 1 pound banana leaves, softened over low flame, or aluminum foil
• 2 white onions, sliced 1/2-inch thick
• 5 Roma tomatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick
• 4 Anaheim chiles, roasted, peeled, and sliced into strips
• Pickled Shallots, for serving, recipe follows
• 1 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 cup dry red wine
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
• 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 20 medium shallots, peeled

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