El Salvadorian Bean and Cheese Pupusas

Pupusas are considered the national dish of El Salvador and have been enjoyed for centuries. They are a traditional and popular street food in El Salvador.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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El Salvadorian Bean and Cheese Pupusas

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Salvadorian Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Masa harina
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Pinto beans, cooked
• 1 cup Cheese (quesillo or mozzarella)
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, water, and salt. Mix well until a soft dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and flatten each portion to form a small disc.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the cooked pinto beans.
4. Take one disc of dough and place a spoonful of mashed beans and a spoonful of cheese in the center.
5. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and seal the pupusa.
6. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the pupusas for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
7. Serve hot with salsa or curtido (pickled cabbage salad).
8. Enjoy your delicious El Salvadorian Bean and Cheese Pupusas!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.