Honduran cuisine is underrated, which is a shame because the country has some amazing dishes that more people should know about.
Although much of Honduran cuisine is similar to other Central and South American cuisines, Honduran cuisine blends flavors from the Caribbean, Spain, and Africa. It is known for its combination of spicy, sweet, and a touch of spice, giving it multiple layers of flavor.
This Central American country has a rich food history, with a variety of dishes to suit every palate, from hearty soups and stews to crispy chicharrones, sweet and refreshing desserts and iconic drinks. The food in Honduras is simply too delicious to pass up.
5 Honduran dishes you must try
We've picked out five dishes loved by Honduras that anyone visiting the Central American country should try. It's a blend of some familiar foods and some Honduran originals that many may not have heard of yet.
Sopa de caracol (snail soup)
Do you like seafood? Well, this soup is popular in Honduras, uses conch, and is mainly served in the coastal areas of the country. According to Nomad Paradise, the base of the soup is sea snails, and ripe plantains, tomatoes, green peppers, carrots and cassava are also added to make the soup rich and flavorful.
This soup is so popular in Honduras that a local artist even wrote a song about it. Truly, this is a must-try dish when you come to this country.
Katlachas
Take freshly made corn tortillas, spread refried beans on top, and top with a healthy helping of cheese. In some cases, avocado is added to further enrich the dish. Sure, it sounds simple, but this dish is a popular delicacy in Honduras. It is usually served as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.
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Pastelitos de perro (Honduras pie)
This is an empanada or patty unique to Honduras, which, like its cousins, is enjoyed as a snack and served as street food for college students and workers to eat during their breaks.
According to Chef's Pencil, these pies are typically filled with stewed meat, potatoes, and sometimes rice, as well as tomatoes, onions, and peppers. Corn flour is often used for the husk.
Pan de coco (coconut bread)
It is essentially a bread filled with sweetened or candied coconut. This snack is also popular in the Philippines, but the Honduran version uses coconut milk in the batter. According to Taste Atlas, many believe the recipe was brought from Honduras across the Pacific Ocean to the Philippines by Spanish settlers.
Plato Tipico
Honduras' national dish, plato tipico, combines a variety of dishes, including marinated and grilled beef, pork sausage, cracklings, fried plantains and refried beans. It also comes with avocado slices and rice, sour cream and fresh white cheese, marinated cabbage, and tortillas.
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