Pupusas: Stuffed Corn Tortillas
Salvadoran pupusas are thick corn tortillas filled with cheese, beans, or pork, offering a simple homemade treat.
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Instructions
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Combine masa harina, water, and salt in a bowl, adding more water if needed to form a soft, pliable dough.
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Rest dough, covered, for 15 minutes.
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Process beans or chicharrón in a blender until smooth and paste-like, if using.
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Divide dough into 6 portions. Lightly oil hands, form each portion into a ball, create an indentation, then fill with desired ingredients and seal the dough.
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Flatten each filled ball into a 1/4 inch thick disk, ensuring filling remains enclosed.
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Lightly oil and heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook pupusas for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
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Remove from heat and serve warm, optionally with pickled cabbage slaw and tomato sauce.