Guatemalan Cuisine

Maya (Guatemala)

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Many traditional foods in Guatemalan cuisine are based on Maya cuisine and prominently feature corn, chilies and beans as key ingredients.

There are also foods that are commonly eaten on certain days of the week. For example, it is a popular custom to eat paches (a kind of tamale made from potatoes) on Thursday. Certain dishes are also associated with special occasions, such as fiambre for All Saints Day on November 1 and tamales, which are common around Christmas.

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Pepián De Indio
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Pepián de indio is among the list of national dishes of Guatemala. Pepián de indio is a hot and hearty …
Kak Ik
(0 ) Kak’Ik (Guatemalan)
Ancient Spicy Turkey Stew. Kak’ik combines a variety of spices, the most prominent being achiote, coriander and a variety of …
Pan De Banano
(0 ) banana bread (Guatemalan)
A slice of banana bread is a simple snack; when served topped with butter or honey, it is an accompaniment …
Tapado
(0 ) seafood soup (Guatemalan)
The Caribbean coast of Guatemala has a wealth of fresh fish and coconuts. This dish, which frequently contains a wide …
Tortitas De Yuca
(0 ) tortillas de yuka (Guatemalan)
Tortitas de Yuca or Tortillas de Yuca is a common dessert in Guatemala, traditionally eaten at breakfast with tea, coffee, …
Subanik
(0 ) meat and vegetable … (Guatemalan)
The subanik is a traditional and representative message of the San Martin Jilotepéque in Guatemala. His name, subanik indicates tamale …
Pulique
(0 ) (Guatemalan)
thick meat and vegetable stew
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Street Food From Guatemala 9

(Guatemalan)

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List of traditional fast food dishes that is sold at food stalls and cookshops in Guatemala.
Atol De Elote

atole de elote (Guatemalan)

Champurradas

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Chuchitos

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Desayuno Chapin

Guatemalan breakfast (Guatemalan)

Guatemalan Breakfast Dishes 1

(Guatemalan)

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List of common breakfast dishes you can find in Guatemala
Dobladas

(Guatemalan)

Traditional Food Of Guatemala 9

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Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America and Guatemalan cuisine is famous in central America. Below is a list of the most traditional and popular dishes you must try in Guatemala.
Champurradas

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Chuchitos

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Desayuno Chapin

Guatemalan breakfast (Guatemalan)

Estofado Con Papas

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