

Pork Pibil is a dish that originated in the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico. It mainly consists of pork marinated with bitter oranges (typical from the region), spices, and annatto seeds that are used to give the vibrant burnt orange colour to this dish.
Traditionally a cochinita (baby suckling pig) is wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an oven made in a hole in the ground, lined with stones. After a few hours, the meat is dug out and the banana leaves open to reveal tender and delicious pork. This is then served in tacos with pickled red onion and habanero (a chilli). Very spicy but the perfect complement to these cochinita pibil tacos!
This pork taco recipe is our humble homage to Pork Pibil Tacos. We wanted to come up with a taco recipe that is very practical to prepare at home, and with all the delicious smokiness and depth of flavour that our Gran Luchito Chipotle Paste gives. We recommend using pork shoulder steaks for delicious and tender results.
For an authentic Mexican experience, and if you have a bit of time, we recommend making your corn tortillas to accompany this authentic cochinita pibil recipe. Our corn tortilla recipe calls for a specific type of cornflour called Masa de Harina which you can find at larger supermarkets and speciality outlets such as MexGrocer. However, for those who are looking for a more practical recipe you can of course use our Gran Luchito Soft Taco Wraps.
We serve our delicious chipotle pork pibil with Gran Luchito Hot Habanero Mango Salsa which compliments this dish perfectly! A side of Mexican Corn and a couple of our Easy Quesadillas Luchito Style would finish things off perfectly!
Prep time
25MINS
Cook time
4HRS
Total time
4HRS 25MINS
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Your free Taco guide will be emailed to you immediately. Pork Pibil is a traditional Mexican dish made with marinated pork cooked in a flavourful blend of spices, citrus juice (such as orange or lime), and achiote paste. It originates from the Yucatán region of Mexico. The term "Pibil" refers to the traditional cooking method of slow-roasting meat in a pit, wrapped in banana leaves. However, nowadays, the term is also used to describe dishes cooked using the same flavours and techniques but prepared in other ways, such as on stovetops or in ovens. Yes, you can adapt the recipe for a slow cooker by following similar steps for marinating the pork and then cooking it in the slow cooker on low heat for 6-8 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours. Make sure to adjust the liquid and seasonings accordingly. We are deeply sorry for your loss, but we are glad to hear that our meal was able to bring some comfort during this difficult time. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for giving us five stars. We hope that our food will continue to provide you and your family with comfort and enjoyment. Subscribe now for a free copy of the Gran Luchito e-cookbook filled with delicious, authentic Mexican recipes and join our mailing list for all the latest recipes, news and blog updates.
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Cooked this for my Mexican parents in law after my wife died. They cried, but they enjoyed the meal and asked for extras. So I guess I give it five stars
We are deeply sorry for your loss, but we are glad to hear that our meal was able to bring some comfort during this difficult time. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for giving us five stars. We hope that our food will continue to provide you and your family with comfort and enjoyment.