De Mi Pais Achiote (Annatto) Seasoning Paste — 16 oz jar, ready-to-use for marinades & rice

De Mi Pais Pasta Recado is a 16 oz annatto (achiote) seasoning paste that adds authentic color, earthy flavor, and ready-to-use seasoning for marinades, rubs, and traditional Latin and Caribbean dishes.

Bring classic regional taste to everyday cooking with a generous jar of De Mi Pais Achiote Seasoning Paste. This 16-ounce pack is formulated from annatto, water, acetic acid, and salt to deliver the warm red-orange hue and subtle, nutty-earthy notes that characterize many Central American and Caribbean recipes. The paste dissolves easily in oil or water and performs as a versatile base for marinades, adobos, rice, and holiday roasts.

How do I use this achiote paste in marinades and rubs?

Use a tablespoon or two per pound of meat as a starting point, then adjust to taste. Blend the paste with oil, citrus juice, or vinegar to create a spreadable marinade or combine with dry spices for a thick rub that sears into a vivid crust.

• Mix 1–2 tbsp paste with 3 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp citrus per pound of protein.
• Whisk into rice cooking liquid for colored, flavored grains.
• Combine with garlic, cumin, and oregano for classic adobo.
• Use as a glaze on roasted pork or chicken for holiday meals.

Will this paste work in everyday recipes and larger batches?

The 16 oz size is designed for frequent cooks and larger families—enough for multiple meals without constant restocking. Because the paste dissolves readily, it scales well for big pots of rice, large cuts of meat, or party-sized marinades.

• Perfect for batch-cooking arroz con gandules or paella-style dishes.
• Ideal for marinating multiple pounds of protein for gatherings.
• Easy to dilute for sauces, stews, and braises without losing color.
• Stores well in the refrigerator after opening for repeated use.

What flavors and ingredients should I expect from De Mi Pais annatto paste?

De Mi Pais Achiote Paste highlights the natural, earthy warmth of annatto with a mild tang from acetic acid and balanced seasoning from salt. The texture is concentrated and spreadable, offering both color and a subtly nutty taste that complements savory dishes without overpowering them.

• Main ingredients: annatto (achiote), water, acetic acid, and salt.
• Provides warm orange-red color typical of traditional recados.
• Earthy, slightly nutty flavor that supports herbs and aromatics.
• Works as both a coloring agent and a seasoning base in recipes.

Who is this for? Home cooks, small restaurants, and holiday hosts who want an authentic annatto paste in a convenient, jumbo 16 oz jar. If you prepare Latin, Caribbean, or fusion recipes that call for achiote—whether for weeknight dinners, weekend batch cooking, or festive seasonal menus—this paste gives consistent color and traditional flavor with minimal effort. It’s also suitable for cooks experimenting with regional marinades, rice dishes, and slow-cooked meats who need a ready-made recado to streamline meal prep.

Ingredients

water, annato, vegetable oil, acetic acid, salt, sodium benzoate (0.10%), potassium sorbate (0.10%) and sodium metabilsulfite (0.03%) as preservatives.