VOICED : El pepian, exquisito plato maya de Guatemala

Pepian is a traditional Guatemalan dish with roots in the Maya Cakchiquel culture. It includes ingredients like pepitoria seeds, chiles, and tomatoes, with colonial additions such as onions and garlic. The dish is a rich, dark sauce served with various accompaniments. It is prepared differently across regions and is a symbol of cultural heritage, recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage since 2007.

What is the primary ingredient that gives life to the traditional dish Pepian?

• Pepitoria seeds

• Tomatoes

• Chiles

• Onions

Which ingredients were added to Pepian during the colonial period?

• Chiles and tomatoes

• Zanahorias and papas

• Onion, garlic, and sesame seeds

• Pepitoria seeds and tortillas

How is Pepian typically served?

• With pasta

• With rice

• With bread

• With salad

In what year was Pepian declared a Cultural and Intangible Heritage of the Nation?

• 2007

• 2005

• 2015

• 2010

What percentage of Guatemalans are indigenous, as mentioned in the context of Pepian?

• 30%

• 60%

• 42%

• 50%