Achiote Paste 225g
Achiote paste for cochinita pibil and marinades, 225g. Essential Mexican cooking spice for seasoning meats, salsas, moles and traditional stews.
Estimated retail price
~£5.99 / 225g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Achiote Paste 225g, part of the spices section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 2 recipes in our collection, including Borrego al Pastor and Monterrey-Style Grilled Chicken (Pollo Asado Norteño). Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes with Achiote Paste 225g
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Achiote Paste 225g?
Achiote Paste 225g is used in 2 recipes in our collection, such as Borrego al Pastor and Monterrey-Style Grilled Chicken (Pollo Asado Norteño). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Achiote Paste 225g in the UK?
You can buy Achiote Paste 225g online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
How should Achiote Paste 225g be stored?
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
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