achiote
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of achiote
1790–1800; < Mexican Spanish < Nahuatl āchiotl
Example Sentences
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It’s a large tamal filled with both chicken and pork, achiote, onion, tomato and epazote.
From Salon ● Jan. 4, 2025
Chipotle’s chicken al pastor, which is marinaded in morita peppers, ground achiote and pineapple, debuted in March 2023.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 25, 2024
Sazón is a spice blend: usually a combination of garlic, onion, cumin, salt, achiote, and sometimes MSG.
From Salon ● May 4, 2022
Make the rice: To a large, lidded pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the achiote or coconut oil and pork or bacon, if using.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 11, 2021
There are bright red furry things called achiote.
From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya
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