How long can I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for best texture.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, prepare the dough and filling in advance and assemble pupusas just before cooking.

What can I substitute for chorizo?

Use seasoned ground pork or a vegetarian crumbled sausage for a similar flavor profile.

Is there a gluten-free option?

The masa harina used is naturally gluten-free, making these pupusas suitable for a gluten-free diet.

Can the curtido be made milder?

Yes, simply reduce or omit the red pepper flakes for a milder version.

Honduran Lenca Pupusas with Chorizo and Spicy Curtido

Name: Honduran Lenca Pupusas with Chorizo and Spicy Curtido
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Masa harina; Water; Salt; Fresh chorizo sausage, casing removed; Mozzarella cheese; Vegetable oil; Green cabbage; Carrot; Apple cider vinegar; Sugar; Red pepper flakes; Salt; Refried beans; Vegetable oil

Traditional stuffed corn cakes with a zesty cabbage slaw

Embark on a culinary journey with these savory pupusas stuffed with zesty chorizo and served alongside a tangy and spicy curtido slaw.

2 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Pupusa Dough

Masa harina

2 cups

Water

1 ½ cups warm

Salt

½ teaspoon

For the Chorizo Filling

Fresh chorizo sausage, casing removed

1 pound

Mozzarella cheese

1 cup, shredded

Vegetable oil

1 tablespoon

For the Spicy Curtido Slaw

Green cabbage

½ head, shredded

Carrot

1, grated

Apple cider vinegar

½ cup

Sugar

1 tablespoon

Red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon

Salt

To taste

For the Assembly

Refried beans

½ cup (optional)

Vegetable oil

For frying

Preparation

Preparing the Pupusa Dough

Combine Ingredients

Mix masa harina and salt in a large bowl.

Add Water

Slowly add warm water, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead Dough

Knead dough briefly until smooth, cover with a damp cloth.

Preparing the Chorizo Filling

Heat Oil

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Cook Chorizo

Cook chorizo until fully browned, breaking it into crumbles.

Ensure the chorizo is cooked thoroughly before filling to prevent any raw meat.

Drain and Cool

Drain excess fat and let cool before mixing with cheese.

Chill filling briefly to make handling easier.

Cooking Process

Form Pupusas

Divide dough into 12 balls, flatten, and fill with chorizo mixture and cheese.

Seal Pupusas

Carefully seal edges and pat back into flat discs.

Cook Pupusas

Fry in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.

Plating & Serving