Cheesy Pupusas in the Heart of Brooklyn

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: queso blanco

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while corn flour is more affordable.

refried beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are nutritious and canned beans save time.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt lowers calories and adds protein.

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

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into balls.

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

Place cheese and optional refried beans in the center of each disk.

Fold the edges over the filling to seal and reshape into a 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 keep warm while cooking the rest.

Serve with curtido (cabbage slaw) and tomato sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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