Chiapas Recipes

Chiapas cuisine is deeply influenced by Maya heritage and the lush tropical and highland environments of Mexico's southernmost state. Tamales wrapped in banana or hierba santa leaves, cochito (a slow-roasted pork dish), and sopa de pan are regional treasures. Cacao and coffee thrive in the highlands, while chipilín, a local herb, flavors many traditional dishes. The cuisine shares culinary affinity with neighboring Guatemala.