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Santanecas

Cultural Context

Santanecas are a traditional Salvadoran dish, often enjoyed as a snack or light meal. Originating from rural areas, these savory pastries reflect the country's agricultural roots, using simple ingredients like corn and cheese. They are commonly served at gatherings and celebrations, embodying the warmth of Salvadoran hospitality. Today, variations can be found across Central America, showcasing local flavors and fillings.

SalvadoranSVmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups strong flour
2 cups soft flour
1 tablespoon instant yeast
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 egg
1/3 cup vegetable shortening
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1.5 cups whole milk
sesame seeds for decoration

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken is leaner and ground turkey is often less expensive.

1

Measure 2 cups of strong flour and 2 cups of soft flour.

2

Make a well in the center of the flour and add 1 tablespoon of instant yeast.

3

Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/4 of an egg, 1/3 cup of vegetable shortening, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt around the edges of the well.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla to the mixture.

5

Mix the ingredients in the center gradually, then add 1.5 cups of warm whole milk slowly.

6

Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.

7

If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little flour to help manage it.

8

Once the dough is ready, divide it into 8 portions, each weighing 5 ounces.

9

Shape each portion into a ball and roll it in sesame seeds for decoration.

10

Flatten each ball slightly and place them on parchment paper in a baking mold.

11

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

12

Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.

13

Let the santanecas cool completely before cutting into them.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

SantanecaSantaneca de El Salvador

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