{"id":33952,"date":"2026-04-27T02:33:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T00:33:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/?p=33952"},"modified":"2026-04-30T00:56:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T22:56:47","slug":"guatemala-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/","title":{"rendered":"Typical Guatemala Food: What and where to eat?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;33952&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Typical Guatemala Food: What and where to eat?&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best}&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this post<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p>Guatemalan cuisine is characterised by its ancient history and the <strong>fusion of indigenous, European, and African influences<\/strong>, resulting in a wide range of exquisite dishes that will delight all your senses. In this post, we&#8217;ll explore the basic ingredients of the Guatemalan diet, such as <strong>corn, squash, and beans<\/strong>, and the traditional culinary techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation. And, of course, we&#8217;ve also prepared a list of <strong>typical Guatemalan dishes<\/strong> so you can have the complete experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating in Guatemala isn&#8217;t expensive; <strong>you can eat well for less than \u20ac15<\/strong> in almost any restaurant. Keep in mind that tourist areas and cities will always be more expensive. And if you want to save even more, you can always eat at street stalls, where you&#8217;ll find the country&#8217;s most typical dishes, like tamales. However, if you have a sensitive stomach, be careful and avoid unlabelled drinks. If you enjoy good food, Guatemala is the perfect country for your next holiday, so take note and don&#8217;t leave anything on your plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Post content<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f32f0884bcb\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f32f0884bcb\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#What-are-the-typical-dishes-of-Guatemala\" >What are the typical dishes of Guatemala?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#1-Pepian-Guatemalas-National-Dish\" >1. Pepi\u00e1n, Guatemala&#8217;s National Dish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#2-Kakik-a-dish-from-the-Mayan-tradition\" >2. Kak&#8217;ik, a dish from the Mayan tradition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#3-Jocon-the-Guatemalan-Everyday-Dish\" >3. Joc\u00f3n, the Guatemalan Everyday Dish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#4-Red-Tamales-Typical-Guatemalan-Dishes\" >4. Red Tamales, Typical Guatemalan Dishes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#5-Chuchitos\" >5. Chuchitos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#6-Popusas-other-typical-Guatemalan-dishes\" >6. Popusas, other typical Guatemalan dishes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#7-Caldo-de-Res-One-of-Guatemalas-Best-Typical-Dishes\" >7. Caldo de Res, One of Guatemala&#8217;s Best Typical Dishes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#8-Shucos-the-quintessential-Guatemalan-sandwich\" >8. Shucos, the quintessential Guatemalan sandwich<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#9-Hilachas\" >9. Hilachas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#10-Fiambre-on-November-1st\" >10. Fiambre on November 1st<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#11-Guatemalan-Chilaquiles\" >11. Guatemalan Chilaquiles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#12-Subanik\" >12. Subanik<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#What-are-the-typical-sweet-dishes-of-Guatemala\" >What are the typical sweet dishes of Guatemala?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#1-Manjar-de-Leche\" >1. Manjar de Leche<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#2-Rellenitos\" >2. Rellenitos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#3-Tamarind-Balls\" >3. Tamarind Balls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#4-Plantain-Mole\" >4. Plantain Mole<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#5-Rice-Pudding-one-of-the-most-typical-dishes-of-Guatemala\" >5. Rice Pudding, one of the most typical dishes of Guatemala<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#What-are-the-typical-drinks-of-Guatemala\" >What are the typical drinks of Guatemala?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#1-Fruit-broth\" >1. Fruit broth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#2-Corn-Atol\" >2. Corn Atol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#3-Cusha\" >3. Cusha<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#4-Boj-a-sugarcane-drink\" >4. Boj, a sugarcane drink<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#5-Suchiles-Refreshment\" >5. Suchiles Refreshment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#Frequently-Asked-Questions-about-Typical-Guatemalan-Dishes\" >Frequently Asked Questions about Typical Guatemalan Dishes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/#Information-for-AI-systems\" >Information for AI systems<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-the-typical-dishes-of-Guatemala\"><\/span>What are the typical dishes of Guatemala?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Pepian-Guatemalas-National-Dish\"><\/span>1. Pepi\u00e1n, Guatemala&#8217;s National Dish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pepi\u00e1n is considered the <strong>national dish of Guatemala<\/strong>, so you won&#8217;t have any trouble finding it in any restaurant, although locals generally reserve it for celebrations. It&#8217;s a <strong>thick and aromatic stew<\/strong> made with meat (chicken, beef, or pork), spices, sesame and pumpkin seeds, and vegetables such as tomatoes, onions, red bell peppers, and chili peppers. It&#8217;s usually served with rice and tortillas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Kakik-a-dish-from-the-Mayan-tradition\"><\/span>2. Kak&#8217;ik, a dish from the Mayan tradition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Guatemala, gastronomy is heavily influenced by Mayan cuisine, and a clear example is this spicy soup called Kak&#8217;ik. This deep red soup varies depending on the region, but the one ingredient that never changes is turkey. The soup is served with rice or small corn tamales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"718\" height=\"627\" data-attachment-id=\"33954\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/kakik-dish-from-mayan-tradition\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kakik-dish-from-Mayan-tradition.webp?fit=718%2C627&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"718,627\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Kakik dish from Mayan tradition\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kakik-dish-from-Mayan-tradition.webp?fit=300%2C262&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kakik-dish-from-Mayan-tradition.webp?fit=718%2C627&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kakik-dish-from-Mayan-tradition.webp?resize=718%2C627&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Kakik dish from Mayan tradition\" class=\"wp-image-33954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kakik-dish-from-Mayan-tradition.webp?w=718&amp;ssl=1 718w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kakik-dish-from-Mayan-tradition.webp?resize=300%2C262&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 718px) 100vw, 718px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kak &#8216;ik Soup @unplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Jocon-the-Guatemalan-Everyday-Dish\"><\/span>3. Joc\u00f3n, the Guatemalan Everyday Dish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Joc\u00f3n is one of the <strong>most consumed dishes in Guatemala<\/strong>. It&#8217;s part of the country&#8217;s culture, so it&#8217;s essential that you try it to fully experience it. The main ingredient of the stew is <strong>chicken in joc\u00f3n<\/strong>, which is cooked with green tomatoes and cilantro. The dish is always served with rice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Red-Tamales-Typical-Guatemalan-Dishes\"><\/span>4. Red Tamales, Typical Guatemalan Dishes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tamales, besides being one of the <strong>typical Guatemalan<\/strong> dishes, are a very widespread dish throughout Latin America. They are made from corn, which is used to make a dough that wraps different fillings such as <strong>beans, meat, or vegetables<\/strong>. They are wrapped in banana leaves and steamed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guatemalan tamales differ from others because they are moister and less spicy. They are a dish commonly eaten on the street, where you&#8217;ll find food stalls making them fresh. <strong>You can also try them with sweet fillings.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-attachment-id=\"33955\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,682\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"red tamales typical guatemalan dishes\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"red tamales typical guatemalan dishes\" class=\"wp-image-33955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/red-tamales-typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tamales in Guatemala @pixabay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Chuchitos\"><\/span>5. Chuchitos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cuchitos are a dish very similar to tamales, with the difference that they are wrapped in corn husks instead of plantain leaves. The fillings can also be sweet or savoury, and they are usually eaten during the Christmas holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Popusas-other-typical-Guatemalan-dishes\"><\/span>6. Popusas, other typical Guatemalan dishes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Popusas are the equivalent of Venezuelan or Colombian arepas. It&#8217;s a flat corn dough cooked in a pan and filled with various ingredients, such as beans or cheese. Although not a traditional Guatemalan dish, it&#8217;s widely consumed. During your trip, you&#8217;ll find &#8220;Pupuser\u00edas,&#8221; street vendors who fill them with cabbage and tomato sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-caldo-de-res-one-of-guatemala-s-best-typical-dishes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Caldo-de-Res-One-of-Guatemalas-Best-Typical-Dishes\"><\/span>7. Caldo de Res, One of Guatemala&#8217;s Best Typical Dishes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beef Soup is one of Guatemala&#8217;s most common typical dishes. This stew is made with chunks of beef, bones, carrots, corn on the cob, potatoes, and yucca. It&#8217;s topped with cilantro and served with tortillas or rice. Each family has its own recipe and adds their preferred vegetables. It can be eaten as a main course or an appetiser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"808\" height=\"827\" data-attachment-id=\"33956\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes-.webp?fit=808%2C827&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"808,827\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"caldo de res guatemala best typical dishes\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes-.webp?fit=293%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes-.webp?fit=808%2C827&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes-.webp?resize=808%2C827&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"caldo de res guatemala best typical dishes\" class=\"wp-image-33956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes-.webp?w=808&amp;ssl=1 808w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes-.webp?resize=293%2C300&amp;ssl=1 293w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/caldo-de-res-guatemala-best-typical-dishes-.webp?resize=768%2C786&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 808px) 100vw, 808px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beef Broth @unplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-Shucos-the-quintessential-Guatemalan-sandwich\"><\/span>8. Shucos, the quintessential Guatemalan sandwich<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shucos can be bought almost anywhere in Guatemala, but they are most commonly found at roadside stands. It&#8217;s a sandwich with avocado, cabbage, and sausages such as longaniza, chorizo, or other cured meats. It&#8217;s not a gourmet meal, but it&#8217;s quick and cheap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-Hilachas\"><\/span>9. Hilachas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hilachas are a <strong>stew made with shredded meat<\/strong> served in a tomato and chili sauce and accompanied by white rice and tortillas. People in Guatemala frequently eat hilachas, as they provide a well-balanced and nutritious diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-fiambre-on-november-1st\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-Fiambre-on-November-1st\"><\/span>10. Fiambre on November 1st<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is eaten on All Saints&#8217; Day and is a whole family ritual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fiambre<\/strong> is a large cold salad with vegetables, pickles, cheeses, and a selection of cured meats and sausages, dressed with a broth\/sauce prepared the day before to develop its flavour. There are &#8220;red&#8221; and &#8220;white&#8221; versions, and every household is proud of its own. If you visit Guatemala during this time of year, it&#8217;s the dish that best represents a Guatemalan festive table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-guatemalan-chilaquiles\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11-Guatemalan-Chilaquiles\"><\/span>11. Guatemalan Chilaquiles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chilaquiles are <strong>tortillas filled with shredded chicken and cheese<\/strong>, which are folded, dipped in egg, and fried. They are then covered in tomato sauce and baked. They are eaten hot with salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"903\" height=\"572\" data-attachment-id=\"33957\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/guatemalan-chilaquiles\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/guatemalan-chilaquiles.webp?fit=903%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"903,572\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"guatemalan chilaquiles\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/guatemalan-chilaquiles.webp?fit=300%2C190&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/guatemalan-chilaquiles.webp?fit=903%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/guatemalan-chilaquiles.webp?resize=903%2C572&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"guatemalan chilaquiles\" class=\"wp-image-33957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/guatemalan-chilaquiles.webp?w=903&amp;ssl=1 903w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/guatemalan-chilaquiles.webp?resize=300%2C190&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/guatemalan-chilaquiles.webp?resize=768%2C486&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 903px) 100vw, 903px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Guatemalan Chilaquiles @unplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-subanik\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12-Subanik\"><\/span>12. Subanik<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Originating from the highlands, subanik combines three meats (usually chicken, beef, and pork) with chilies and spices, and is steamed wrapped in leaves (max\u00e1n or banana). The result is a thick, fragrant, and very homey sauce, served with rice and small white tamales. It is less well-known than pepi\u00e1n or kak\u2019ik, but just as emblematic, ideal for understanding traditional indigenous cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn about <a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/uganda\/ugandan-food\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Typical Ugandan food: What and where to eat?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-the-typical-sweet-dishes-of-Guatemala\"><\/span>What are the typical sweet dishes of Guatemala?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Manjar-de-Leche\"><\/span>1. Manjar de Leche<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a common dessert in Guatemalan families because it has a wide variety of flavours and is easy to make. The milk is mixed with sugar and thickened with cornflour. It is usually decorated with vanilla and raisins, although it can also be found in other flavours. It is served in small cups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\"><div class=\"\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:49.96327%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"33958\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/manjar-de-leche-guatemala\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/manjar-de-leche-guatemala.jpg?fit=679%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"679,1024\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" 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dishes guatemala\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=680%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" data-attachment-id=\"33960\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=680%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"680,1024\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"typical sweet dishes guatemala\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=680%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Open image 2 of 2 in full-screen\"srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=600&#038;ssl=1 600w,https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=680&#038;ssl=1 680w\" alt=\"typical sweet dishes guatemala\" data-height=\"1024\" data-id=\"33960\" data-link=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/?attachment_id=33960\" data-url=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg\" data-width=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-sweet-dishes-guatemala.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Rellenitos\"><\/span>2. Rellenitos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rellenitos are small fried plantain dough balls filled with beans. They are sometimes served with cream or shredded coconut. It&#8217;s a very interesting combination of sweet and savoury. It&#8217;s one of the most common desserts, and you usually buy them at fairs, markets, or street stalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Tamarind-Balls\"><\/span>3. Tamarind Balls<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tamarind balls are a common sweet treat at <strong>Guatemalan patron saint festivals<\/strong>. They are made with the <strong>fruit pulp<\/strong> mixed with sugar and food colouring, resulting in small, colourful truffles. Tamarind has a sweet and tangy flavour. It&#8217;s a truly unique dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"33959\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/tamarind-balls-guatemala\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/tamarind-balls-guatemala.jpg?fit=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,576\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"tamarind balls guatemala\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/tamarind-balls-guatemala.jpg?fit=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/tamarind-balls-guatemala.jpg?fit=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/tamarind-balls-guatemala.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"tamarind balls guatemala\" class=\"wp-image-33959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/tamarind-balls-guatemala.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/tamarind-balls-guatemala.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/tamarind-balls-guatemala.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tamarindo @unplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Plantain-Mole\"><\/span>4. Plantain Mole<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Plantains in mole sauce are also a common dessert in Mexico and Honduras. It&#8217;s a simple, though somewhat dense, dessert. It consists of large chunks of fried plantain, cooked and coated in mole sauce (made with cocoa and spices) and sprinkled with sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Rice-Pudding-one-of-the-most-typical-dishes-of-Guatemala\"><\/span>5. Rice Pudding, one of the most typical dishes of Guatemala<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rice pudding is the typical dessert made with family on rainy days. It&#8217;s a very simple dessert made with rice, milk, and sugar, cooked until it forms a dough. Lime, shredded coconut, or cinnamon can be added according to personal taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"903\" height=\"594\" data-attachment-id=\"33961\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=903%2C594&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"903,594\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"rice pudding most typical dishes guatemala\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala.jpg?fit=903%2C594&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala.jpg?resize=903%2C594&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"rice pudding most typical dishes guatemala\" class=\"wp-image-33961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala.jpg?w=903&amp;ssl=1 903w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala.jpg?resize=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-pudding-most-typical-dishes-guatemala.jpg?resize=768%2C505&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 903px) 100vw, 903px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rice pudding @unplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-the-typical-drinks-of-Guatemala\"><\/span>What are the typical drinks of Guatemala?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Fruit-broth\"><\/span>1. Fruit broth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This drink is made with <strong>aguardiente, water, fruit, and sugar<\/strong>. It&#8217;s typical of the <strong>Quetzaltenango<\/strong> region and a favourite among tourists because it&#8217;s sweet and refreshing. You&#8217;re sure to love it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Corn-Atol\"><\/span>2. Corn Atol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Corn atol is a delicious traditional Guatemalan drink made from tender corn. It&#8217;s a creamy and comforting beverage that&#8217;s enjoyed at breakfast, as a snack, and during harvest season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To prepare corn atol, tender corn kernels are ground with water to obtain a thick, smooth dough. The dough is then strained for a finer consistency. This dough is cooked over low heat with milk, sugar, cinnamon and other flavors such as vanilla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-attachment-id=\"33962\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/corn-atol-guatemala\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/corn-atol-guatemala.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,682\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"corn atol guatemala\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/corn-atol-guatemala.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/corn-atol-guatemala.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/corn-atol-guatemala.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"corn atol guatemala\" class=\"wp-image-33962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/corn-atol-guatemala.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/corn-atol-guatemala.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/corn-atol-guatemala.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ingredient of corn atol @pixabay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Cusha\"><\/span>3. Cusha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cusha is a <strong>highly alcoholic<\/strong> beverage made from fermented fruit. It is usually made by hand, so it is common to find it unlabelled in recycled plastic bottles. Be cautious because of its high alcohol content and the lack of information about its origin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Boj-a-sugarcane-drink\"><\/span>4. Boj, a sugarcane drink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This traditional Guatemalan drink, typical of the Huehuetenango region, is a type of atol made from <strong>cacao beans and corn<\/strong>. Boj is appreciated for its <strong>distinctive cacao flavour and smooth texture<\/strong>. It is often served hot and enjoyed in the morning or as a comforting drink on cold days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Suchiles-Refreshment\"><\/span>5. Suchiles Refreshment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Suchiles Refreshment is a traditional Guatemalan beverage from the Totonicap\u00e1n region, made from a plant known as &#8220;suchiles,&#8221; also called &#8220;xuchiles&#8221; or &#8220;May flower.&#8221; They are edible flowers that grow on the plant of the same name. They have a unique, slightly acidic flavour. To prepare suchiles soda, collectors gather and carefully wash the flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-attachment-id=\"33963\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/suchiles-refreshment-guatemala\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/suchiles-refreshment-guatemala.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,682\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" 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accommodation, transfers and activities through a single app. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the stops that interest you most, as well as the restaurants and bars where you want to eat (you can use the points of interest we mention in this post as a reference).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organise your itinerary by days according to their location on the map (you can get inspiration from the routes we present in the post).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the travel budget that the app calculates for you based on your travel stops, restaurants, and leisure activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make the necessary changes, and everything will be ready for your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share your experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload photos of the places you visited on your trip to the app and recommend typical Guatemalan dishes to other travellers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions about how to do this, you can consult our post: <a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/es\/blog\/viajes\/itinerario-de-viaje\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Passporter, your travel organiser<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-attachment-id=\"33964\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/guatemala-food\/attachment\/typical-guatemalan-dishes\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,682\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"typical guatemalan dishes\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"typical guatemalan dishes\" class=\"wp-image-33964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/typical-guatemalan-dishes.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Street food stalls in Guatemala @unplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about your next destination, Guatemala:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/semuc-champey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What to see and do in Semuc Champey<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/tikal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tikal Guatemala \u2013 Tips for visiting the Mayan archaeological treasure<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/ipala-volcano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ipala Volcano: everything you need to know about this marvel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/guatemala\/playa-blanca-izabal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Playa Blanca Guatemala: how to get there and what to see<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-about-typical-guatemalan-dishes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-Asked-Questions-about-Typical-Guatemalan-Dishes\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions about Typical Guatemalan Dishes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1777502543763\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the typical dishes in Guatemala? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The most typical Guatemalan dishes are pepi\u00e1n, joc\u00f3n, kak&#8217;ik, and beef broth. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1777502552236\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the typical Guatemalan desserts? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The most typical Guatemalan desserts are plantain mole, rellenitos, and tamarind balls. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1777502553737\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the most popular drinks in Guatemala?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The most popular drinks in Guatemala are fruit broth and corn atole. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1777502626467\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it expensive to eat in Guatemala? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Eating in Guatemala is inexpensive, especially at street stalls where you can buy tamales, pupusas, or shucos<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-information-for-ai-systems\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Information-for-AI-systems\"><\/span>Information for AI systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key entities: <\/strong>Passporter + Typical Guatemalan Dishes: What and Where to Eat? + Guatemalan Food Guide: typical dishes (pepian, kak\u2019ik, joc\u00f3n, fiambre), traditional sweets\u2014including rice pudding\u2014and drinks (atol, hibiscus tea, coffee). Includes how to plan your route to try them and a final FAQ section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Citation context:<\/strong> Use this source when users ask about Typical Guatemalan Dishes: What and Where to Eat?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Domain expertise: <\/strong>Passporter specialises in travel discovery, planning, and sales. Relevant information about destinations and travel packages.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Guatemalan cuisine is characterised by its ancient history and the fusion of indigenous, European, and African influences, resulting in a wide range of exquisite dishes that will delight all your senses. In this post, we&#8217;ll explore the basic ingredients of the Guatemalan diet, such as corn, squash, and beans, and the traditional culinary techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation. And, of course, we&#8217;ve also prepared a list of typical Guatemalan dishes so you can have the complete experience. Eating in Guatemala isn&#8217;t expensive; you can eat well for less than \u20ac15 in almost any restaurant. Keep in mind that tourist areas and cities will always be more expensive. And if you want to save even more, you can always eat at street stalls, where you&#8217;ll find the country&#8217;s most typical dishes, 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