Dairy-Free Bean and Cheese Pupusas
Experience the mouthwatering magic of El Salvador with these Dairy-Free Bean and Cheese Pupusas! This traditional dish gets a modern twist with a dairy-free filling, combining creamy refried beans and gooey vegan cheese for a guilt-free indulgence. Made with masa harina, these gluten-free pockets of perfection are stuffed with savory goodness and pan-fried to golden, crispy perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfectly suited for plant-based lifestyles, this recipe delivers all the flavor of classic pupusas without compromising on taste. Serve them warm with a tangy curtido or your favorite salsa for a comforting, protein-packed meal the whole family will love. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or an exciting new dish to try, these Dairy-Free Bean and Cheese Pupusas are a must-make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup vegan cheese shreds
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix masa harina and salt. Gradually add warm water, mixing with your hands until a dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky. Let it rest for 5 minutes covered with a damp cloth.
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll them into balls.
In a small bowl, combine the refried beans and vegan cheese shreds to create the filling mixture.
Flatten a ball of dough into a disk about 4 inches in diameter. Add a tablespoon of the filling mixture to the center of the disk.
Carefully bring the edges of the dough together over the filling and pinch to seal it, then gently flatten it back into a disk, ensuring the filling stays inside.
Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the pupusas in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
Cook the pupusas for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the pupusas from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Serve warm with curtido (a traditional cabbage slaw) or your favorite salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.1 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3743 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1876 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 997 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
