Achiote paste

Achiote paste (also known as recado rojo) is a traditional Yucatecan and Mexican condiment made from ground annatto (achiote) seeds, vinegar, herbs, and spices such as cumin, oregano, garlic, and pepper. It has a deep orange-red color, a mildly earthy to lightly spicy flavor, and stains dishes with its signature fiery hue. Its main use is in cochinita pibil marinade, slow-roasted Yucatecan pork, as well as in other Mexican dishes like tacos, stuffed avocados, banana-leaf chicken, or grilled fish.