Bean & Cheese Pupusas w/Curtido & Salsa Roja

refried beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans offer a different flavor profile and are often more nutritious.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

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

Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth and pliable.

Divide the dough into equal portions, about the size of a golf ball.

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

Place a spoonful of refried beans and cheese in the center of each disc.

Fold the edges of the disc over the filling to enclose it completely.

Gently flatten the filled dough ball to form a thicker disc.

Heat 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 cabbage slaw and tomato sauce on the side.

Garnish with lime and cilantro if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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