Cheesy Salvadoran Pupusa Casserole (Cazuela de Pupusas Salvadoreñas con Queso)

If you love Salvadoran cuisine, you'll enjoy this delicious and comforting Cazuela de Pupusas Salvadoreñas con Queso, a Cheesy Salvadoran Pupusa Casserole. This dish combines the flavors of traditional pupusas with the convenience of a casserole, making it perfect for a family meal or a gathering with friends.

Cheesy Salvadoran Pupusa Casserole (Cazuela de Pupusas Salvadoreñas con Queso)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups masa harina
  • 2 cups warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the masa harina, warm water, and salt to form a dough.
  2. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and flatten each portion into a disc.
  3. Place a spoonful of refried beans and a sprinkle of cheese on half of the discs, then top with the remaining discs and seal the edges.
  4. Cook the pupusas on a hot griddle until golden brown on both sides.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Arrange the cooked pupusas in a baking dish, pour the tomato sauce over them, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve the pupusa casserole topped with sour cream and chopped cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Baking dish Griddle

Tools

Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Cazuela de Pupusas Salvadoreñas con Queso with a side of curtido, a traditional Salvadoran cabbage slaw, for a complete and authentic meal.

Tips & tricks

For a shortcut, you can use store-bought pupusas instead of making them from scratch.

Cost

$15