Delicious Pork Recipes from Guatemala

Find on our site the best traditional Guatemalan recipes, such as Pepian, Enchiladas, and Corn Tamales. Enjoy authentic flavors and preparations full of history and tradition.

Prepare dishes like Marinated Meat Churrasco, Guatemalan Revolcado, and Stuffed Loin with vegetables to surprise your loved ones and delight their palates with the best of Guatemalan cuisine.

Our Featured Recipes

Pork Backbone with Rice

Pork Backbone with Rice

It is a very delicious dish, the contribution of the pork bone extracts all the flavors, including the other elements make this dish an easy-to-make delicacy with great nutritional value.

Main Course
1 hour
6 Servings

Black Beans with Pork

Black Beans with Pork

Black beans with pork is one of the most complete and nutritious dishes on the Guatemalan table. The bean is a recurrently consumed staple in this region, and when accompanied by pork, it becomes even more ideal for the main course.

Main Course
1 hour
8 Servings

Red Beans

Red Beans

Red beans are a highly complete and flavorful dish, packed with tradition and taste. The chicharrón adds an intensity and flavor that complements the delicacy of this dish in an extraordinary way, making it a favorite on the tables of diners in this country.

Main Course
1 hour
Boiled
6 Servings

Enchiladas

Enchiladas

A traditional dish that stands out for its simplicity and exquisite flavor. Characterized by its vibrant corinth color and the variety of vegetables that adorn each bite. Guatemalan enchiladas can be enjoyed in restaurants, markets, and fairs.

Appetizers
1 hour
6 Servings

Fried Beans

Fried Beans

Refried beans are a delicious dish made from a purée of beans, commonly enjoyed with corn tortillas and chili sauce. This recipe is typical of Guatemala and all of Central America.

Appetizers
1 hour
fried
4 Servings

Taco de carnitas

Taco de carnitas

The carnitas taco is a very hearty dish that can stay in the refrigerator for days. It is made with pork meat and is very popular in tourist areas of Guatemala. Therefore, it is an excellent option for a delicious appetizer.

Appetizers
1 hour
fried
4 Servings

Pork Cracklings

Pork Cracklings

Guatemalan pork cracklings are an iconic dish from the region's cuisine. They can be enjoyed with tortillas and some chili, lemon, or simply with pepper. A true delight!

Main Course
1 hour
fried
6 Servings

Pepian

Pepian

Pepian is one of the most popular and representative dishes of Guatemalan cuisine. It is ideal to surprise diners with this exclusive regional recipe.

Main Course
1 hour
6 Servings

Blood Sausage Recipe

Blood Sausage Recipe

This recipe is truly popular, known by various names around the world such as blood sausage or black chorizo. It is prepared using seasoned pig blood and is a true culinary delight in Guatemalan cuisine.

Main Course
1 hour
10 Servings

Subanik

Subanik

Subanik is a traditional dish from Guatemala, made with a mixture of seasoned meats and can be accompanied by various side dishes. It is an excellent choice for celebrations and enjoying good company.

Main Course
1 hour
Boiled
6 Servings

Stuffed Loin

Stuffed Loin

The stuffed loin is a fabulous recipe, with a delicious stuffing that gives it a beautiful presentation and makes it an extraordinary option for special celebrations. Don't hesitate to try it!

Main Course
1 hour
Baked
5 Servings

Guatemalan Carnitas Tacos

Guatemalan Carnitas Tacos

A delicious Guatemalan carnitas taco with corn tortillas accompanied by succulent pork and a tasty chili sauce that gives it that special touch. An explosion of flavors in every bite!

Appetizers
1 hour
4 Servings

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