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Guatemalan Fiambre Salad

Cultural Context

Fiambre is a traditional Guatemalan salad typically prepared for the Day of the Dead, celebrated on November 1st. This colorful dish represents a feast of flavors and textures, showcasing the abundance of local ingredients. Each family has its own recipe, often passed down through generations, making it a cherished part of Guatemalan culture. Today, fiambre has gained popularity beyond its origins, with variations found in other Central American countries.

GuatemalanGTmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb green beans
0.5 lb carrots
12 oz frozen peas
4 Brussels sprouts
1 lb carrots
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1 tbsp oregano
0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
water
1.5 lb green beans
15 oz chickpeas
15 oz corn
white asparagus
artichokes
olives
red beans
pickled asparagus
red onions
salt
black pepper
honey
1 chicken breast
1 tomato
celery
cilantro
1 garlic clove
8 sausages
various cold cuts (ham, salami)
beef tongue
3 cups chicken broth
1 tsp thyme
1 tbsp mustard

beef

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey is leaner, while chicken is often more affordable.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides protein while being plant-based.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity with fewer calories.

salami

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: pepperoni

Turkey sausage is lower in fat, while pepperoni is often less expensive.

1

Cook 1 lb green beans with salt until al dente.

2

Cook 0.5 lb carrots with salt until al dente.

3

Thaw 12 oz frozen peas and drain.

4

Cook additional carrots if needed.

5

Roast bell peppers and small onions in the oven.

6

Sauté garlic in olive oil until golden.

7

Add a lot of bay leaves and thyme to the sauté.

8

Mix in onions and season with salt and oregano.

9

Add approximately 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar and some water, then simmer for a few minutes.

10

Combine cooked green beans, peas, Brussels sprouts, roasted bell peppers, and carrots in a bowl.

11

Add chickpeas, corn, white asparagus, artichokes, olives, and red beans to the mixture.

12

Mix well and refrigerate overnight.

13

Prepare pickled red onions with salt, black pepper, apple cider vinegar, and oregano, then let rest.

14

Cook 1 chicken breast and shred it after cooling.

15

Prepare various cold cuts like sausages, ham, and salami, cooking them briefly if desired.

16

Cook beef tongue, slice it, and grill pieces if preferred.

17

Prepare a broth with 3 cups of chicken broth, adding sautéed garlic and thyme, and a tablespoon of mustard.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchoppingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemixing bowlovenskillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

milkeggssoy

Also Known As

Fiambre

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