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achiote paste substitutes
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Best Achiote Paste Substitutes

Achiote paste, also known as annatto paste, is a popular ingredient in Latin American cooking that lends its unique flavor and vibrant color to various dishes. However, if you can't find achiote paste or simply want to try something new, there are several alternatives worth exploring.
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time8 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Servings: 2 teaspoon
Calories: 5kcal
Author: Val

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon Harissa
  • 1 teaspoon Sambal Oelek

Instructions

Option 1: Harissa

  • Use the same amount of Harissa as the recipe calls for Achiote paste.

Option 2: Sambal Oelek

  • Replace equal amounts of achiote paste with sambal oelek in the recipe.

Notes

Nutrition information is calculated for Harissa only.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.04mg