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Achiote Oil (Aceite Achiotado) Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil
  • 4 tablespoons Achiote Seeds

Method

  1. Heat the vegetable or olive oil and Achiote seeds in a small skillet over medium heat for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Don't let the seeds turn black. Remove the skillet from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes more. Strain the oil and store for up to 15 days at room temperature in a jar with a tight lid.