Arroz Cabezon

13 ingredients
14 steps

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 lbs lean pork, in large squares
  • 1 1/2 achiote paste, bars
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Spanish onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 bitter oranges
  • salt

Directions

  1. 1
    In a blender, add the juice of the bitter oranges.
  2. 2
    Then add half to an entire large Spanish onion.
  3. 3
    Also add two tablespoons of garlic or four cloves.
  4. 4
    They will be blended, along with the other items.
  5. 5
    Now add the black pepper, cumin, dried oregano, chili powder and paprika.
  6. 6
    Season with a little bit of salt to taste.
  7. 7
    Pour half cup of red wine vinegar.
  8. 8
    And finish by adding the Achiote bars, you can find these at Latin supermarkets or ask at a Specialty store for condimented Annatto.
  9. 9
    Blend of the ingredients, to create a deep red sauce.
  10. 10
    Put chicken and pork in a large pot.
  11. 11
    Pour in the blended ingredients and make sure to mix them well.
  12. 12
    Cook,covered at a low to medium heat for two hours.
  13. 13
    To plate, place a cup of cooked white or yellow rice and then a cup of the Cabezon sauce over the top.
  14. 14
    You can also use the Achiote sauce to marinate other meats -- like fish.

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