Smoked Achiote and Guajillo Chicken Leg Quarters

Achiote marinade is a big game changer for barbecuing chicken and other meats. However, adding a guajillo marinade to the mix provides a very tasty heat level equivalent to that from jalapeno. This video shows how to prepare and mix both the achiote and guajillo marinade. The result is not only highly pleasing to the taste but also provides a pleasant chili glow in the chest up to the ears.

Brining:

2 tbsp kosher salt
2 tsp crushed thyme

Guajillo marinade:

8 dried guajillo chiles
1/2 cup apple cide vinegar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp crushed peppercorn
3 cloves crushed garlic

Achiote marinade:

3.5 oz achiote paste
6 oranges squeezed
4 limes squeezed
6 cloves crushed garlic
2 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp crushed peppercorn
2 tsp cumin

Blend the guajillo and achiote marinades together