Mayan food

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Across
  1. 5. – A type of fish commonly caught in Maya rivers and lakes.
  2. 6. – A starchy root vegetable similar to a potato.
  3. 7. – A nutritious seed eaten for energy and health.
  4. 8. Potato – A staple crop that was mashed and cooked in various dishes.
  5. 9. – A fruit with a tough shell that produces a sweet, hydrating liquid.
  6. 13. – A soft fruit, often dried or eaten fresh, known for its dark purple color.
  7. 14. – A tropical fruit with a spiky exterior and juicy inside.
  8. 15. – A large bird that was hunted and eaten during feasts.
Down
  1. 1. – A type of squash rich in nutrients and often eaten with corn.
  2. 2. – A spicy fruit used to flavor Maya dishes.
  3. 3. – A bean that was made into a sacred, bitter drink.
  4. 4. – A small, protein-rich insect often eaten by the Maya.
  5. 10. – A small red fruit that added flavor and spice to Maya food.
  6. 11. – A sweetener made by bees, highly valued by the Maya.
  7. 12. – A sacred grain used to make tortillas and tamales.