Salvadoran Pupusas

Ingredients

• 2 cup masa harina
• 1 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup refried beans
• 1 1/2 cup mozzarella or Oaxacan cheese
• vegetable oil for cooking
• Curtido: 2 cups shredded cabbage, 1 carrot , 1/2 small onion , 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1 tsp dried oregano, salt (grated)
• tomato salsa for serving

Steps

1. 1

   Make curtido: toss cabbage, carrot, onion, vinegar, oregano, and salt. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes (better overnight).

2. 2

   Mix masa harina, warm water, and salt into a smooth dough. Let rest 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Divide dough into 8 balls. Flatten each into a thick disc, place a spoonful of beans and cheese in the center, and fold dough over to seal. Pat gently back into a thick disc shape, about 4 inches across.

4. 4

   Cook pupusas on a lightly oiled griddle or skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until charred spots form and cheese begins to ooze.

5. 5

   Serve topped with curtido and tomato salsa.