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Pupusas (El Salvador)

Name: Pupusas (El Salvador)
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Salvadoran
Ingredients: 2.0 cup Masa harina; 1.33 cup Water; 8.0 tbsp Refried beans or cheese; 4.0 tbsp Oil (for cooking); 1.0 cup (optional) Cabbage slaw (curtido)

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Beans Fried Latin America Main Course Salvadoran Lunch

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2.0 cup Masa harina
1.33 cup Water
8.0 tbsp Refried beans or cheese
4.0 tbsp Oil (for cooking)
1.0 cup (optional) Cabbage slaw (curtido)

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Step 1: Mix masa and water into dough. Divide and fill with beans or cheese. Make sure to mix thoroughly so that all flavors are evenly incorporated and textures are consistent..
Step 2: Seal and flatten into discs. Cook on hot griddle until browned. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Serve with curtido slaw if desired. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Estimated nutrition

1039.2kcal

32.5protein

29.6fat

160.8carbs

Nutrition confidence100%

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Vegetarian-leaningHigh protein Contains Dairy

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