Description
Learn how to make delicious Salvadoran pupusas, a traditional corn-based treat filled with cheese, beans, and pork. Perfect for a flavorful breakfast or any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Masa Dough:
- 2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 1/2 tsp salt
Filling Options:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or quesillo cheese
- 1/2 cup refried beans (optional)
- 1/2 cup cooked and seasoned ground pork (optional)
Additional:
- Oil for greasing hands and griddle
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Mix masa harina, salt, and water. Let rest, then divide into balls.
- Add Filling: Flatten dough, add filling, seal, and flatten into discs.
- Cook Pupusas: Cook on a griddle until golden and crisp on both sides.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with curtido and salsa roja.
Notes
- Pupusas are versatile—fill with your favorites.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat on a skillet for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Salvadoran
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pupusas
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg