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Salvadoran

Pupusas de El Salvador

Traditional Salvadoran corn cakes filled with cheese, beans, or pork.

30 minutes4 servings
Pupusas de El Salvador
Photo: USDAgov · Public domain

Ingredients

Method

  1. Mix cornmeal, water, and salt to form a thick batter. Let rest 10 minutes.
  2. Divide into small balls, flatten into discs, and fill with cheese, beans, or pork.
  3. Cook on a hot griddle until golden brown. Flip and cook other side.
  4. Serve warm with curtido or salsa.
  5. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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