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.
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
- In a large bowl, mix the masa harina, warm water, and salt to form a dough.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and flatten each portion into a disc.
- 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.
- Cook the pupusas on a hot griddle until golden brown on both sides.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the cooked pupusas in a baking dish, pour the tomato sauce over them, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 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