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Nutritional Values
580kcal
38gProtein
22gCarbs
38gFat
3gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥜 Nuts
Pepián de Pollo
How to order / say it
Say it
Pepián de Pollo — [peh-pee-ahn deh po-yoh]
Order
I'll have Pepián de Pollo, please.
Locally
Quisiera pepián de pollo, por favor.
Say locally
A traditional Guatemalan chicken stew.
Why try it?
This dish holds a special place in the heart of both locals and visitors for its rich blend of flavors that represent Antigua's cultural diversity. Tasting Pepián de Pollo is like tasting centuries of culinary evolution.
How it tastes
The stew has a mildly spicy and very filling taste, enriched by roasted nuts and seeds. It’s typically served with rice and fresh tortillas, adding a comforting texture and aroma.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Pepián has roots in the Mayan civilization, with influences from Spanish colonization reshaping it over the centuries. It became iconic in the 19th century and is a staple at family gatherings and local celebrations.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g chicken
- 🥕 200 g tomatoes
- 🥕 150 g tomatillos
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🌿 20 g cilantro
- 🥜 30 g pumpkin seeds
- 🥜 20 g sesame seeds
- 🧂 10 g pepper
Method
- 1 Toast seeds and grind them to a paste.
- 2 Sauté onions and tomatoes until soft.
- 3 Add chicken and simmer with ground paste and spices.
- 4 Garnish with cilantro before serving with rice.
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