If you are traveling to Honduras for the first time you are probably interested in knowing what type of food that you will be exposed to. Is it good food? Is it too exotic? Is it something ill like? Well we will take a few moments to explore some of the delicious and wonderful food and drink you will experience in Honduras.
With a few notable exceptions there really is not that much of a difference in with the food in Honduras as here in the United States.
Breakfast in Honduras:
A typical breakfast in Honduras will usually consist of scrambled eggs, beans, and tortillas. In the bigger hotels and resorts of the area typical American breakfast are also available which often include orange juice, toast, eggs, bacon, and coffee.
Honduras Meals:
A normal meal in Honduras is usually consistent of a variety of things. These things would include beans, rice, tortillas and a grilled meat usually chicken but you will find that they use beef and fish more in certain parts of the country. On the west coast of Honduras or in the bay inlands, seafood is the most widely used cuisine. But traveling there a trip would not be complete without tasting a fresh catch of shrimp, lobster, or the common favorite among natives the conch which is pronounced caracol in Spanish.
In the larger cities of the country like Tegucigalpa, and San Pedro you would be hard pressed to find a variety of American restaurants sine they keep popping up. You will be able to eat at some of your favorite us restaurants like T.G.I. Friday’s pizza hut, KFC and even cinnabon.
Other Honduras meals:
Some other popular meals that are in Honduras that are must tries are
Burritas: they consist of a chopped meat, refried beans, homemade cheese and avocados, all rolled up into a crispy tortillas. These are not to be mistaken for burritos they are quite different.
Tamales: A major addition to the cuisine in Honduras is Tamales. They include vegetables or potatoes as well as chicken or pork. But beware if you by them off the corner street sometimes the chicken bones are left in there and can easily make you choke. But, major restaurants are going to be safer from visiting gringos to eat at anyway.
Pastelitos de Carne: This includes deep-fried flour pastries filled with meat, rice and/or potatoes. But, any combination of meats, chicken, and pork. Along with a variety of different vegetables so be daring and try a variety.
Snacks & Sides in Honduras:
Anafres: This a traditional Honduran snack usually served before the main course. It contains hot black beans and cheese dip served with corn chips.
Tostones: This is a deep crunchy plantain this is the staple of traditional Honduran cuisine. It is also known to natives as Platanos fritos.
Ceviche: This is another traditional snack that is truly Honduran. It is made up of raw fish, shrimp or conch and is mixed with tomatoes, onions, barley or cilantro, and is marinated in juice. It is then served with hot tortillas and chips and is something to try if your near the coastal regions.
Honduran Desserts:
Of course now we get to the good stuff traditional Honduran desserts..
The first one is my personal favorite
Tres Leches Cake: It is just as it is named it is a cake that is made with three different types of mike. Each one that provides for a eventful flavor it includes evaporated milk, sweetened milk, and milk cream.
Arroz con Leche: This particular cake is soaked in sugar and hot milk, cinnamon and some homegrown traditional spices. It is also referred to the Honduran rice pudding.. a must try for any dessert lover.
Beverages in Honduras:
Of course what is a vacation without trying some of the local beers or liquors you might come across. Some of the more popular brands of beer in Honduras are Salva Vida, Barenea, and Port Royal. But if your really in the mood or daring you may want to seek out Giffity and Fiery Garifuna liquor.
Of course with any visit to a foreign land always make sure you are aware of what you are eating and that no allergies are present that may make you sick. They cook there food differently so even in “American” restaurants the food will taste different. So be prepared and most of all enjoy yourself and indulge in this wonderful Cuisine.
