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Tender pork shoulder slowly simmered in an achiote, citrus, garlic, and spice marinade, then tucked into warm tortillas with sharp pickled red onion. This practical home-style version captures the deep, earthy flavor of Yucatán’s celebrated classic without requiring an underground pit oven.
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Achiote provides earthy color and gentle spice, while orange and lime supply the acidity needed to cut through pork shoulder’s richness. Slow, covered simmering converts the collagen-rich meat into succulent strands and preserves the marinade’s aromatic depth.
Refrigerate the pork with its cooking juices in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat gently in a covered saucepan over low heat with a splash of water or reserved cooking juices until steaming hot throughout; do not let it dry out.
Tender pork shoulder marinated in achiote, dried chiles, citrus, and warm spices, then seared and finished with caramelized pineapple for bright, savory tacos with classic Mexico City character.
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