Chojín is a traditional Guatemalan salad made with fresh radishes, mint and chicharrones (fried pork rinds). One of the most unique of the typical dis…
Guatemalan Recipes
A collection of easy and authentic Guatemalan recipes (in English) from appetizers to desserts. Discover stories behind Guatemalan food culture and the flavours of traditional Spanish, Garifuna, Caribbean and indigenous Mayan dishes such as guacamole, kak-ik, tapado, pepián, jocon, sopa de albondigas (meatball soup), ceviche and more.
Traditional food in Guatemala is both delicious and healthy. It’s surprisingly diverse and reflects the influences of Mayan, Spanish, Arabic, Caribbean, African and Ladino cuisines.
Our collection of easy, authentic Guatemalan recipes (in English) includes family favourites from Guatemala City, Antigua and Zacapa as well as regional dishes we’ve enjoyed on our travels. These recipes capture the best of seasonal cooking and the Guatemalan the culture of sharing a home-cooked meal with family and friends.
Creamy Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing
Looking for a Creamy Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing that’s healthy and delicious? Ready in 10 minutes, this easy recipe combines the best of guacam…
Salpicón de Pollo – Chicken Salad Tostadas (+ Video)
Salpicón de Pollo is a refreshing shredded chicken, radish and mint salad that’s popular in Mexico, Guatemala and much of Latin America. En…
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Hilachas – Guatemalan Shredded Beef Stew
Hilachas is a traditional Guatemalan stew featuring shredded beef simmered in a lightly-spiced, tomato sauce with tender potatoes.
This delicious dish …
Kak’ik – Guatemalan Turkey Soup
This traditional Guatemalan kak’ik soup features dark turkey meat in a delicious, lightly-spiced red broth. One of the most famous Mayan dishes …
Pepián de Pollo – Guatemalan Spiced Chicken Stew
This velvety chicken stew is the ultimate Guatemalan comfort food! Often considered the national dish of Guatemala, pepián de pollo features tender ch…
Black Beans and Rice – Guatemalan Arroz Negro
Black beans have a rich, satisfying flavour that makes them a great addition to many dishes. In this traditional recipe for Guatemalan black beans and…
Guatemalan Black Bean Soup – Sopa de Frijol
When life gets stressful, there’s something soothing about Guatemalan black bean soup. It smells great while it’s cooking plus its rich earthy f…
Sopa de Albondigas – Healthy Meatball Soup
This hearty meatball soup — sopa de albóndigas — is popular as a midday meal in Guatemala, Mexico, El Salvador and with everyone who tastes…