Families usually gather to remember and honor their loved ones.
A deeply felt celebration
Catracha Baleadas
One of the most representative dishes of Honduran cuisine. Catracha baleadas consist of a wheat flour tortilla filled with beans, usually enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack before lunch, or at dinner.
Cemeteries are filled with people who come to clean and decorate the graves; it is common to see families bringing flowers and food to cemeteries, spending time there reminiscing about those who have passed away.
Additionally, a native Honduran tradition includes celebrating a large drum festival to honor the deceased one year and one day after their passing.
It is important to note that although the Day of the Deceased is celebrated in many Latin American countries, each country and region has its own unique customs and traditions.
Stuffed Plantains
The plantain, originating from Asia but with a strong presence in South America, becomes a vital ingredient in many households and recipes. Here's a simple preparation that you'll love.
During the Day of the Dead in Honduras, families often prepare and share a variety of traditional dishes. Some of the traditional foods you might find include:
Baleadas. Very popular in Honduras, these are wheat flour tortillas filled with refried beans, salty cheese, and Honduran-style sour cream.
Stuffed plantains. A very popular side dish in Honduras.
Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey
Pumpkin is a delicious fruit with very beneficial healing properties. It is traditionally eaten in December during the celebration of the Virgin of Purísima, but it can also be enjoyed at any time of the year.
Ayote in honey. A traditional Honduran sweet dessert made simply but deliciously, using rapadura (unrefined cane sugar) and ayote (also known as pumpkin).
Macheteadas. A traditional Honduran sweet snack.
Horchata. A sweet rice milk beverage popular in Latin American countries, especially in Mexico, but also widely enjoyed in Honduras.
Macheteadas
This is a typical Honduran recipe that has become a favorite dessert in the northern region of the country. Macheteadas are easy to make and are perfect for enjoying as breakfast or as a dessert.
These are just a few examples of the delicious dishes enjoyed during this celebration.
I hope this helps you get an idea of the rich culinary traditions of Honduras during the Day of the Dead!
Horchata
Horchata is a recipe that can vary depending on the region and personal taste. Condensed milk or evaporated milk can also be added, which increases its nutritional value and gives it a different flavor.
