How to make savory Salvadoran pupusas | Holiday Recipes

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornmeal is more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

refried beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are nutritious and canned beans save time.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken is leaner, while ground turkey is often less expensive.

Mix masa harina and water in a bowl until a smooth dough forms.

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll into balls.

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

Place cheese, refried beans, or pork in the center of each disk.

Fold the edges of the disk over the filling to seal it inside.

Gently flatten the filled pupusa to form a thicker disk.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Remove from skillet and let cool slightly before serving.

Serve with curtido (cabbage slaw) and salsa roja.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens