Pupusas With Variations

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3

Try These Tasty Pupusas With Variations

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups masa harina
	1 cup warm water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

315

Sugar

Fat

Pupusas are a traditional dish from El Salvador that have become increasingly popular around the world. They are comfort food at their best - warm, filling, and packed with flavor. Pupusas are made from masa harina, a dough made from corn flour, and often filled with savory ingredients like cheese, beans, meats or vegetables. They are typically served with curtido, a vinegary cabbage slaw, and tomatoey salsa. Variations of pupusas can be made with different fillings, and it's an excellent way to use up leftover vegetables or meats in your fridge.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and water.
2.	Knead the dough well until it becomes soft and smooth.
3.	Divide the dough into small balls about the size of a golf ball.
4.	Flatten each ball and fill with your desired toppings (see variations below).
5.	Close the dough around the filling, and flatten again to form a disc.
6.	Heat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the pupusas for about 2-3 minutes each side or until lightly browned.
7.	Serve hot with curtido salad and salsa on the side.

PROS

Pupusas are a delicious, filling and versatile dish with endless variations that can be a complete meal on their own or served as a side.

They are gluten-free and made entirely from natural ingredients.

CONS

While pupusas can be considered relatively healthy, not all toppings and variations are created equal in terms of nutrition value.

They can be time-consuming to prepare if making your own dough and fillings from scratch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pupusas are typically made with a variety of plant-based fillings such as cheese, beans, meats, and vegetables which can be an excellent source of essential nutrients.
They are low in fat and high in fiber and can be beneficial for managing weight and regulating blood sugar levels.
Additionally, traditional curtido salad made with cabbage and carrots is rich in vitamins A and C which can support your immune system.