Description
Learn how to make delicious Salvadoran pupusas, a traditional dish perfect for breakfast. These stuffed corn tortillas are filled with cheese, beans, and optional pork, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Masa Dough:
- 2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
- 1½ cups warm water
- ½ teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup refried beans (or cooked red beans, mashed)
- ½ cup cooked and finely chopped pork (optional)
Additional:
- Oil for greasing hands and griddle
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina, salt, and warm water. Mix until a soft dough forms. Rest for 10 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Mix cheese, beans, and pork. Divide dough, fill, and shape pupusas. Flatten and cook on a greased skillet until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with curtido and salsa roja.
Notes
- Moisten hands to prevent sticking while shaping pupusas.
- Traditional fillings include beans, cheese, and pork.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the pork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pupusas
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
