noun
The reddish-yellow dye or food coloring obtained from the seeds of the achuete plant.
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Achuete, also known as annatto, is commonly used as a natural food coloring in various dishes.
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My grandmother always adds a bit of achuete to her adobo for that extra vibrant color.
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I love the flavor that achuete gives to my favorite Filipino dishes.
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The use of achuete in the painting symbolizes the artist's cultural heritage.