Iguana Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Make the achiote oil by frying the achiote slowly until the oil is red.
2. 2
   Kill the iguana by cutting off its head.
3. 3
   Open the belly lengthwise and remove all the entrails and the rectum.
4. 4
   Cook in salted water until the meat is tender (take care not to let it get too soft).
5. 5
   Peel and cut in portions.
6. 6
   Season with all the ingredients and cook with about 1 cup water, until almost dry.