Achiote Oil (Aceite Achiotado) Recipe

2 steps · 15 min total

1. 01

   Infuse the Oil

   Combine the 2 cups vegetable oil and 4 tablespoons achiote seeds in a small skillet. Warm them over medium heat for about 2 to 3 minutes, just until the oil takes on a deep orange hue. Keep a close eye on the seeds; you don't want them to turn black.
2. 02

   Steep and Store

   Once the oil is a rich orange and the seeds have released their color, pull the skillet from the heat. Let the seeds steep in the hot oil for another 5 minutes. Strain the oil into a clean jar, discarding the seeds. It will keep at room temperature for up to 15 days in a tightly sealed jar.