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Pasta de Achiote

Pasta de Achiote

(Ecuadorean)

$19.99
$19.99
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Mama Tere Annatto Paste 16.20 oz

The key ingredient in Mama Tere Achiote is annatto, a natural spice derived from the seeds of the achiote tree. This paste contains pure annatto extract along with a blend of other natural ingredients to enhance flavor and texture. It is free from artificial preservatives, colors, and additives, ensuring an authentic and pure flavor profile. The simple, high-quality ingredients allow you to create delicious, traditional dishes while maintaining a healthy, all-natural diet. Achiote is well known for its antioxidant properties and is a staple in many Latin American kitchens.

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What is Achiote?
Achiote paste, also known as annatto paste, is made from annatto seeds blended with spices and vinegar. It's a staple in Mexican, Caribbean, and Latin American cooking, prized for its distinctive earthy flavor and beautiful golden-orange color.

How to enjoy it

Marinating chicken, pork, and fish for tacos al pastor, cochinita pibil, and pollo asado

Creating authentic recado rojo for traditional Yucatecan dishes

Adding rich color and flavor to rice, beans, and stews

Enhancing tamales, empanadas, and other Latin favorites

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Simply mix the paste with citrus juice, oil, or broth to create a marinade, or dissolve it directly into soups and stews. A little goes a long way - start with 1-2 tablespoons and adjust to taste.

Transform your meals with the warm, peppery flavor and gorgeous color that only authentic achiote paste can provide. Whether you're preparing traditional family recipes or exploring new Latin flavors, Mama Tere Achiote Paste delivers consistent, delicious results every time.

Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening to maintain freshness.
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What Is Annatto? How Does It Relate to Cheese?

Stemming from the achiote tree, annatto seeds are a colorful, healthy, and nutritious addition to the diet. Annatto seeds are grown in South and Central America, and they have been used for centuries as a natural food coloring and preservative, especially in Spanish rice. The vivid red color of the seeds comes from carotenoids, which are plant pigments found in the seed coating. Annatto seeds are high in tocotrienol, a form of vitamin E. 

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