Pepian de Indio

Being recognized as one of Guatemala's national dishes is a huge accomplishment, earning pepian de indio its rightful place on this list. This chicken stew is also known as the "ultimate Guatemalan comfort food." It's difficult to argue with tender cuts of chicken cooked in a lightly spiced tomato sauce and mixed with toasted pumpkin seeds and chili sauce.

Its origins can be traced back to pre-colonial times, when the Mayans cultivated crops such as corn, beans, chilies, squash, and tomatoes, which served as the foundation of their cuisine. The pan-roasted pumpkin and sesame seeds, ground into a fine powder and mixed into the sauce to give it that smooth velvety texture, are the key to the delicious nutty flavor of pepian de indio. It's simply delectable. If you intend to travel to Guatemala, Pepian de Indio is one of the must-try dishes.