Chac Yuka Achiote Paste 1kg The achiote paste is a popular blend of spices. The spice mixture includes annatto, oregano, cumin, clove, cinnamon, black pepper, allspice, garlic, and salt. The annatto seeds dye the mixture red, and impart a distinctive red-orange color to the food. The paste is dissolved in either lemon juice, water, oil, or vinegar, or used as a marinade for meat.