Pepián verde (Guatemalan green pumpkin seed stew)
Guatemala — complementary variation to pepián rojo; same Maya seed sauce tradition
Pepián verde is the green variation of Guatemala's national dish — made with toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitoria), miltomates (Guatemalan tomatillos), green chiles, cilantro, and fresh herbs. Lighter in colour and flavour than pepián rojo, with a bright herbal freshness contrasting the toasted seed richness. Often served with chicken or pork and accompanied by chayote squash and green beans added to the sauce.