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Homemade pupusas, Salvadoran stuffed flatbreads filled with cheese and beans.

Homemade Pupusas

Delicious Salvadoran stuffed flatbreads that can be customized with various fillings and served with tangy sides.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 pupusas
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Latin American, Salvadoran
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
  • 1.5 cups warm water Make sure the water is warm to help bind the masa harina.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Fillings
  • to taste Gooey cheese (your choice)
  • to taste Savory filling (e.g., refried beans, pork, or vegetables)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine masa harina, warm water, and salt until a dough forms.
  2. Divide the dough into small balls.
  3. Flatten each ball into a disc, placing your desired filling in the center.
  4. Fold the edges over the filling and seal well.
Cooking
  1. Cook the pupusas on a hot griddle or skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.

Notes

Serve warm with curtido and salsa roja for a refreshing crunch. You can also enjoy with avocado or sour cream. Leftover pupusas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for a month.