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Achiote Sauce

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Emma R. | February 1st, 2024

Recipe of Mexico

Ingredients:

Qty	Unit	Ingredient
1	tablespoon	Unsalted Butter	Unsalted Butter Unsalted butter pronounced 'uhn-SAWL-tid BUH-tur' is butter that has no added salt, offering the pure, sweet cream flavor of butter. This type of butter is preferred in baking and cooking because it allows Read more...
1	medium	Onion » roughly, chopped	Onion The Onion is a member of the Allium family of plants and is a close relative of garlic, scallions, leeks and chives. Onions are considered root vegetables because they grow below the surface of Read more...
1 1/2	tablespoons	Achiote Paste » crumbled	Achiote Paste Achiote paste - pronounced 'ah-chee-OH-tay' paste, is a vibrant, deep red seasoning made from ground annatto seeds, which come from the fruit of the achiote tree. This paste is a staple in Mexican, Caribbean, Read more...
3	cloves	Garlic » minced	Garlic Garlic is a mighty ingredient that adds depth and flavor to a wide range of dishes. Whether you're tossing it into a pasta sauce, roasting it to spread on bread, or using it Read more...
1 1/2	tablespoons	Tomato Paste
2	cups	Chicken Stock	Chicken Stock Chicken stock is a flavorful liquid made by simmering chicken bones, and sometimes meat. in water, along with onions, carrots, and celery and herbs like parsley, thyme and bay leaves. The purpose is to Read more...
1	teaspoon	Salt	Salt Salt, the quintessential seasoning, plays a pivotal role in enhancing flavors and balancing tastes in cooking. From its humble origins to its diverse forms, salt adds depth, complexity, and texture to dishes, making Read more...
2	teaspoons	Black Pepper » cracked	Black Pepper Black pepper is a versatile spice derived from dried and ground peppercorns, offering a hot, piquant flavor. It's used in cooking for seasoning, in medicinal applications for its health benefits, and as a natural Read more...
2	tablespoons	White Vinegar

Prep Time	Process Time	Overall Time
25 Minutes	20 Minutes	45 minutes

Directions:

1. In a saucepan, over medium-low heat melt the butter.

2. Cook the onions until soft and translucent, about 12 to 15 minutes.

3. Stir in the Achiote paste, garlic, tomato paste and cook an additional 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

4. Add the chicken stock, salt and black pepper.

5. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring and skimming frequently, 12 to 15 minutes.

6. Add the vinegar and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.

7. Puree in a blender or food processor.

8. This Achiote Sauce will keep in the refrigerator 2 to 3 days.

Submitted by Emma R. | February 1st, 2024 See all of Emma R.'s Recipes.

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@Elizabeth C. \| February 14th, 2024
The recipe was okay, but I found the Achiote flavor too strong for my liking. I gave it a 3