How Do You Make Pupusas?
Pupusas are pillowy tortillas filled with cheese and sometimes, pork rind as well. They are very delicious and they come from El Salvador. This article is a tribute to everyone who loves them. • Use a large mixing bowl and gradually stir water into masa harina until dough forms a ball that can be handled. • Take another bowl and empty the refried beans. Place the grated cheese into a separate bowl. • Divide dough into about 25 pieces. Roll each into a ball and flatten between the palms of your hands to about 1/2-inch thick. Put a spoonful of beans and a small handful of cheese into the center of each pupusa. Bring it upwards to close it. Flatten again with the filling inside. Heat a heavy, wide-bottomed or flat skillet until hot. Brush with oil and cook pupusas on each side 4-5 minutes until a pale golden-brown. The outside should be firm.
Pupusas are a traditional food from El Salvador. They are a thick tortilla-type dough filled with cheese, and sometimes pork rind. This unique food is sure to be a hit with your guests! Step 1: Ingredients and supplies: • 2 cups masa harina flour (preferably fresh), or Maseca corn flour/masa mix. If using Maseca, follow the instructions on the box to prepare it prior to making your pupusas. • 1 cup warm water • 1 cup refried beans • 1 cup soft white cheese, grated • Pork rind or seasoned pork meat (optional) • Vegetable or olive oil • Mixing bowl • Skillet Step 2: Mix the dough. Pour the flour into a mixing bowl. Then gradually stir in water until the dough forms a ball. It should not crack at the edges when you press down on the lump of dough. You may need a little more or less than one cup of water; but don’t add it all at once. Step 3: Form the pupusas. Divide the dough into about eight pieces. Roll each into a ball, and then press a hole into each ball with your thumb. Step 4: Add
