Solola's Market - Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole grain masa harina

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain masa harina offers more fiber and nutrients, while cornmeal is often less expensive.

filling (meat, cheese, or vegetables)

🥗Healthier: lean turkey or beans

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean turkey is lower in fat, while pork can be a more budget-friendly option.

Visit a market in Solola.

Purchase tamales made from corn masa packed in banana leaf.

Taste the tamales with a sauce made from anato seed.

Cooking Techniques

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