PUPUSAS

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From the streets of El Salvador, these are masa 'cakes' with a filling that is fried. The usual fillings are meat or cheese but there is no reason why beans etc could not be used.

Provided by Missy Wombat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups masa harina
1 1/2 cups warm water
6 ounces mild cheese (or the fillng of your choice)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix the masa harina, water into a dough which is soft but not sticky. Be prepared to add more flour if necessary. If it is too dry, add more water.
  • To make a 3 inch round pupusa, take about half a cup of dough and roll it into a ball. flatten with your hand.
  • Put the filling in the centre [in this case, cheese, cilantro, salt and pepper].
  • Work the edges up over the filling and again form a ball, completely enclosing the filling.
  • Flatten each ball to about 1/4 inch or less and cook the pupusas on a hot, lightly oiled griddle for about 3 minutes per side, or until both sides are lightly browned.
  • Serve warm.

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