Nacatamales

Nacatamales are Nicaraguan tamales wrapped in plantain leaves (banana leaves) and stuffed with chicken or pork, bitter orange, potatoes, rice, bell pepper, chilis, and other ingredients.

On festivals and casual Sundays, nacatamales are frequently stuffed with prunes, olives, capers, and raisins. This breakfast is typically served with coffee and bread in the morning. Nicaragua's most traditional food, nacatamales, will give you a taste of the Pacific coast, Latin America, and the neighboring countries—Guatemala and Mexico.

To enhance the flavors and textures of the banana leaves, they are first steamed. The locals then apply a thick layer of corn masa (dough/paste) that doubles in size after steaming. Unlike Guatemalan tamales, which are made with only a few ingredients, nacatamales are made with chicken, pork, and bitter orange.