Soups
Kak'ik
Cobán, Guatemala
A Q'eqchi' Maya turkey soup from Cobán and Alta Verapaz, seasoned with achiote, coriander, tomatillos, tomatoes, and Cobanero chile.
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What it is
A closer look at Kak'ik.
A Q'eqchi' Maya turkey soup from Cobán and Alta Verapaz, seasoned with achiote, coriander, tomatillos, tomatoes, and Cobanero chile.
What to look for
Know it when you find it.
Look for a clear red-orange turkey broth with aromatic herbs, tomatillo, and the distinctive heat of Cobanero chile.
Where it belongs
Origins and
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