Guatemalan Tamale Recipes

Rice tamales, originating from Guatemala, are a traditional delight wrapped in banana leaves, perfect for enjoying in good company during weekends or December festivities.

Tamales torteados are a delicious Mexican-style recipe that has won the hearts of Guatemalan cuisine. The dough is carefully torted, filled with succulent chicken, and wrapped in banana leaves before being steamed.

Prepared with soft corn dough and wrapped in banana leaves, these tamalitos are filled with chipilín, a typical herb that provides a unique and distinctive flavor. Perfect to enjoy at any time of the day.

Tamalitos de Cambray They stand out for their red color and a very characteristic sweet flavor. Some enjoy them filled with meat, while others prefer the version without filling. A delight for all tastes!

Corn Tamalitos are a traditional dish from Guatemalan cuisine, made with corn, lard, cheese, ricotta, cinnamon, and sugar. Each region offers its own variations, keeping alive the ancient tradition of preparing them in corn husks.

The black bean tamales, a very vegan recipe from pre-Hispanic culture. In Guatemala, they are very popular and today we bring you this ancestral recipe, super easy to make. Enjoy them!

Travel tamalitos or White Tamals are made from corn wrapped in tusa, traditionally carried on long journeys as a travel accompaniment. Prepared with corn dough, water, and dried tusa, they are a delicious Guatemalan tradition.

Tamale rolls with chicken and corn are a typical street food delight. They are prepared wrapped in corn or plantain leaves, steamed to perfection, and filled with a flavorful, smooth-textured stew. There are various versions that include meat, vegetables, and even desserts.

Guatemalan black tamales are a typical dish from Guatemala with a unique sweet flavor. Follow this step-by-step recipe to enjoy this traditional Guatemalan delicacy.

Learn how to prepare the exquisite Guatemalan tamal petenero, a traditional delight full of unique and authentic flavors that will delight your palate.