CultureJuly 14, 2026
shuco
/ˈʃu.ko/
Definition
A popular Guatemalan street food consisting of a hot dog loaded with various ingredients such as guacamole, sausage, meats, and cabbage.
Etymology
Derived from the Guatemalan Spanish slang word 'shuco,' which means 'dirty' or 'messy.' It likely refers to the generous, often chaotic combination of toppings that make the hot dog famously messy to eat.
In the news
The term is mentioned in the article as one of the authentic traditional dishes attendees can purchase at the Festival Chapin de Los Angeles.
The largest Guatemalan festival outside of Guatemala is headed to L.A. this August, taking over seven blocks with traditional food & culture – and it's free to enter
Read the full article ↗Secret Los Angeles