Achiote, El Yucateco, 1 kg

Achiote is used in three different ways; The seeds, a paste made on pure achiote, or in blocks, seasoned with spices and / or vinegar.  Achiote is, for example, the main ingredient of Conchinita Pibil, which is perhaps the most popular and well-known export to the rest of the country. Achiote is often used to get the red color in the right Tacos al Pastor. The seeds can be used to give a ruby red color, while its permeating taste (and color) serves as a flavor for everything from meat to rice.

Ingredients: Water, corn flour, annatto seed, salt, garlic, spices (cinnamon, black pepper, cumin, cloves and oregano)

Additives: preservative (E211) and acidity regulating agent (E260)

Allergens: n/a

Nutritional information per 100 g

Energy content....... 755 Kj / 185 kcal

Protein............................................ 5 g

Fat................................................. 2,5 g

Saturated fat.................................. 0 g

Carbohydrates (carbohydrates). 35 g

Sugar............................................... 0 g

Dietary fiber.................................... 5 g

Sodium.................................. 2650 mg