Savor Homemade Pupusas That Beat Fast Food Any Day

How to Make Pupusas

1. 1

   Boil the Cabbage: Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the halved cabbage and allow it to cook until soft, for about 5-7 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water and drain the rest.

   5 min
2. 2

   Prepare the Curtido: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked cabbage with the sliced carrot, onion, a pinch of salt, white vinegar, and the reserved hot water. Let this mixture sit for 15-20 minutes to develop its tangy flavor.

3. 3

   Mix the Filling: In another bowl, thoroughly combine the refried beans, chicken seasoning, and mozzarella cheese.

4. 4

   Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine masa harina and salt. Gradually add warm water, one cup at a time, using your hands to knead until you have a soft and pliable dough.

5. 5

   Shape the Pupusas: Take a small handful of the dough and flatten it into a disc using your palms. Create a shallow cup in the center and spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the bean mixture inside.

6. 6

   Seal and Flatten: Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling to create a ball, then gently flatten it back into a disc.

7. 7

   Cook the Pupusas: Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add three pupusas and cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side, flipping until lightly golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.

   2 min
8. 8

   Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the warm pupusas on a plate and top generously with the curtido.