Pupusas de queso y loroco.

loroco

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: broccoli

Spinach provides a similar texture and color, while broccoli is more accessible.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still melting well.

Combine masa harina and salt in a bowl.

Gradually add water to the masa harina, mixing until a dough forms.

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape into balls.

Flatten each ball into a disc about 1/4 inch thick.

Place cheese and loroco in the center of each disc.

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and seal.

Gently flatten the filled dough ball again into a disc.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Cook each pupusa for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Serve hot with curtido and salsa roja on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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