Delicious Guatemalan Recipes with Rice

Discover in our recipe collection the culinary wonders of Guatemala, from traditional Rice with Chipilin to exquisite Rice Tamales. Each recipe reflects the richness of Guatemalan gastronomy.

Prepare unique dishes like Guatemalan Pepian or enjoy a comforting Chicken Broth. Surprise your palate with the diverse flavors that only Guatemala can offer.

The Best Rice Recipes from Guatemala

Rice with Chipilín

Rice with Chipilín

It's a simple and delicious dish that stands out for its easy preparation. Perfect for those with little time and dedication. This dish, known for its main ingredient, is a favorite in Guatemalan cuisine.

Main Course
1 hour
Boiled
4 Servings

Chicken with Rice

Chicken with Rice

Chicken with rice is a very popular dish among Guatemalan diners. It’s made with chopped chicken and a variety of colorful ingredients that make it appealing and delicious both to the eye and the palate.

Main Course
1 hour
Boiled
8 Servings

Baked Chicken and Rice

Baked Chicken and Rice

Baked chicken and rice is a delicious presentation in the Guatemalan style. This dish is prepared with unique ingredients such as chorizo and blood sausage, perfect to delight on a special occasion.

Main Course
1 hour
Baked
3 Servings

Guatemalan Rice

Guatemalan Rice

Guatemalan rice is a traditional dish originating from Guatemala, which is part of the daily diet of the population. It is quite tasty, well-seasoned, and colorful thanks to its ingredients like vegetables and various greens. Truly, it's a delight.

Main Course
1 hour
Boiled
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

Quichom

Quichom

Quichom is an indigenous dish from the departments of Sacatepéquez and Quetzaltenango, notable for its mildly spicy sauce made with tomatoes, garlic, and different chilies. It is a delight that wins over everyone's palates in the region with its intense flavor.

Main Course
1 hour
6 Servings

Fried Black Beans with White Rice

Fried Black Beans with White Rice

Fried black beans with white rice is a dish that stands out for its simplicity and popularity in our region. Combining black beans and rice, this plate becomes a complete and delicious option for any occasion.

Main Course
1 hour
Boiled
2 Servings

Country Chicken

Country Chicken

Country chicken is a delicious recipe that combines different ingredients to create an exceptionally complete dish. With authentic and representative flavors of Guatemala, this hearty meal stands out on Guatemalan tables.

Main Course
1 hour
6 Servings

Chicken Broth

Chicken Broth

Chicken broth is a delicious traditional Guatemalan soup that has transcended borders and is recognized worldwide for being ideal for sick people due to its high nutritional value.

Soups
1 hour
Boiled
5 Servings

Black Horchata

Black Horchata

Horchata is a very popular drink in Guatemala, as well as in other regions of Central America. It is delicious and refreshing!

Drinks
1 hour
4 Servings

White Rice Horchata

White Rice Horchata

Horchata, with an initial rice base, is a quite refreshing drink that is enjoyed in most regions of Guatemala.

Drinks
1 hour
8 Servings

Rice Chicha

Rice Chicha

Rice chicha is always welcome as an energizing and delicious drink that cannot be missing from our recipe collection. This exquisite beverage promises to win everyone over with its unmatched flavor.

Drinks
1 hour
6 Servings

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