Bean and Cheese Pupusas

Savor the authentic flavors of El Salvador with these delectable Bean and Cheese Pupusas! This traditional dish features a soft, hand-formed masa dough that's stuffed with a rich and creamy filling of refried beans and shredded mozzarella cheese. Perfectly golden and slightly crispy on the outside, these pupusas are cooked to perfection on a lightly oiled griddle. With just a handful of ingredients—masa harina, beans, cheese, and a dash of salt—this recipe comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a weekend treat. Serve them hot with tangy Salvadoran curtido (pickled cabbage slaw) and salsa roja for an unforgettable, savory experience. Whether you're exploring Central American cuisine for the first time or craving a comforting classic, these pupusas are sure to impress! Keywords: Bean and Cheese Pupusas, Salvadoran pupusas recipe, traditional pupusas, easy pupusas recipe, masa harina recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups masa harina
• 2.5 cups warm water
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup refried beans
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and salt. Slowly add the warm water, stirring with your hands until the dough is smooth and pliable.

Step 2

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it is of a soft, moldable consistency. The dough should not be sticky or dry.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together the refried beans and shredded mozzarella cheese to form the filling.

Step 4

Divide the masa dough into 8 equal portions, rolling each into a ball approximately the size of a golf ball.

Step 5

Flatten one ball into a disc about 1/4 inch thick. Place a heaping tablespoon of the bean and cheese mixture into the center of the disc.

Step 6

Fold the edges of the disc over the filling, pinching them together to fully encase the filling. Flatten the stuffed dough gently to form a thick pancake while ensuring the filling remains inside.

Step 7

Repeat this process for the remaining dough and filling.

Step 8

Heat a griddle or a large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil.

Step 9

Place the pupusas on the hot griddle and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Serve the pupusas hot, and enjoy them with Salvadoran curtido and salsa roja, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1395 grams (1395.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1391

Total Fat 85.20g	109%
Saturated Fat 23.70g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.70g
Cholesterol 80mg	27%
Sodium 4504mg	196%
Total Carbohydrate 113.20g	41%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 3.00g
Protein 49.30g	99%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1041mg	80%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 1081mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 32.0%