In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa, pork lard or vegetable shortening, chicken broth or water, baking powder, salt, cumin, black pepper, paprika, and annatto powder or achiote paste. Mix well until the dough is smooth and well combined.

Add the shredded pork to the masa mixture and mix well.

In a separate pan, sauté the bell pepper and onion until they are soft and translucent.

Add the tomato sauce to the sautéed vegetables and mix well.

Prepare the banana leaves by heating them over an open flame until they become pliable and slightly charred.

Take a 12-inch square of banana leaf and place a scoop of the masa mixture in the center.

Add a spoonful of the tomato and vegetable mixture on top of the masa.

Fold the banana leaf around the masa, creating a packet.

Repeat this process until all of the masa and filling have been used.

Place the packets in a large steamer and steam for 1-2 hours or until the masa is cooked through and no longer sticky.

Serve hot and enjoy!