Annatto Oil

From Gourmet Sept. 07, posted for safekeeping. Keeps indefinitely covered and chilled.

• Ready In: 12 mins
• Yields: 3/4 c.

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup olive oil
• 2  tablespoons annatto seeds (also known as achiote)

Directions

1. Heat annatto seeds and oil in a very small saucepan over low heat, swirling pan frequently, until oil is bright red-orange and begins to simmer,about 2 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes.
3. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into bowl; discard seeds.