Steps
- 1.
Cochinita Pibil (Yucatán, Mexico): Banana leaf wrapping and pit smoking tenderize pork while infusing citrus-achiote marinade
- 2.
Jerk Chicken (Jamaica): Pimento wood smoke penetrates Scotch bonnet-marinated poultry during slow pit cooking
- 3.
Kalua Pig (Hawaii): Imu earth oven smoking with ti leaves creates the characteristic smoky-sweet flavor
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard Reaction