These traditional cookies can be found in bakeries all over Guatemala. Deliciously crisp and easy to make, champurradas feature the buttery flavour of…
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.
Chirmol – Guatemalan Charred Tomato Salsa
Chirmol is a fresh tomato sauce popular throughout Latin America that makes a fantastic topping for grilled meats, egg dishes, tacos and hearty soups.…
Jocón de Pollo – Easy Guatemalan Chicken Stew
Jocón (pronounced ho-CON) is one of the most popular traditional chicken dishes in Guatemala. Also known as chicken in salsa verde in Mexico, the …
Tortitas de Berro – Easy Guatemalan Watercress Fritters
Popular throughout Guatemala and El Salvador, these tortitas de berro con huevo (watercress pancakes) are gluten-free and vegetarian. Packed …
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Salpicón de Res: Beef and Mint Salad from Guatemala & Mexico
Salpicón de Res is a refreshing shredded beef, radish and mint salad that’s popular throughout Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua and the rest o…
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Ponche de Frutas – Holiday Hot Fruit Punch
This traditional hot fruit punch is served at Christmas and on New Year’s Eve throughout Guatemala, Mexico and the rest of Latin America. Also k…
Easy Guatemalan Guacamole
This quick and easy recipe for Guatemalan guacamole featuring ripe avocados is a traditional appetizer and snack throughout Guatemala.
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Guatemalan Shrimp Ceviche de Camaron Recipe
An easy recipe for authentic Guatemalan ceviche de camarón featuring cooked shrimp in a refreshing mix of tomatoes, onion, cilantro and celery in lime…
Tortitas de Ejotes – Guatemalan Green Bean Fritters
This easy Guatemalan recipe for tortitas de ejotes, featuring green beans and eggs, makes a batch of fritter-style pancakes that are perfect for an ap…
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