Aceite de Achiote
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| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Cook time | 15 minutes |
| Total time | 20 minutes |
Ingredients
- 1 cup olive oil
- ¼ cup achiote seeds
Optional
- 1 small fresh or dried hot chili (optional)
Directions
| 1. | In a small saucepan, warm the oil over low heat. |
| 2. | Add the achiote seeds and the chile, if using. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the oil turns a rich orange color. |
| 3. | Remove the oil from the heat and let it cool. Pour the oil through a strainer into a small jar. Discard the seeds and chile. |
| 4. | When stored in the refrigerator, achiote oil will last for several months. |
