Chicken Pupusas Recipe
This Chicken Pupusas Recipe is a delicious way to enjoy traditional Salvadoran food at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese mozzarella or queso fresco
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin optional
- Vegetable oil for cooking
- Curtido pickled cabbage for serving
- Salsa roja or tomato sauce for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, combine masa harina, salt and warm water. Mix until smooth and soft but not sticky.
Season the Chicken
- In a separate bowl, mix shredded chicken with black pepper and cumin. Ensure chicken is evenly seasoned.
Mix Cheese and Chicken
- Add shredded cheese to the seasoned chicken. Stir until the mixture is uniform and ready to stuff.
Divide the Dough
- Divide the dough into small balls, about the size of a golf ball and flatten slightly with your hands.
Stuff the Pupusas
- Make a small indentation in each dough ball. Place 1–2 tablespoons of chicken-cheese mixture inside.
Seal the Pupusas
- Carefully fold the edges over the filling, pinch to seal and gently flatten to form a round tortilla.
Heat the Skillet
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a few drops of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Cook the Pupusas
- Place pupusas on the skillet. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Check for Doneness
- The pupusas should be crispy outside but soft inside. Cheese should be melted, and chicken warm.
Serve Hot
- Serve immediately with curtido and salsa roja. Enjoy the pupusas warm for best flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh masa harina for authentic flavor.
- Try different cheeses like queso fresco, cheddar, or Monterey Jack.
- Add sautéed onions or peppers to the chicken filling for extra taste.
- For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with beans and cheese.
- Freeze uncooked pupusas for later use; cook from frozen on a skillet.
- Press gently to avoid filling spilling out during cooking.
- Serve with a side of avocado slices for extra creaminess.