Dairy-Free Pupusas de Frijol con Queso
Indulge in the savory flavors of authentic Salvadoran cuisine with these Dairy-Free Pupusas de Frijol con Queso, a delightful twist on the traditional favorite! Made with masa harina and filled with a creamy blend of refried beans and shredded vegan cheese, these pupusas are entirely dairy-free yet bursting with richness. This recipe is perfect for anyone following a plant-based diet or looking for a wholesome, gluten-free meal. With a simple dough preparation and easy pan-cooking method, you’ll have golden, crispy pupusas ready in just 40 minutes. Serve them fresh off the skillet with a side of curtido (lightly fermented cabbage slaw) and tangy salsa roja for a truly authentic experience that will transport your taste buds to vibrant Central America. Perfect for quick weekday dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe gives you all the comfort of a traditional dish with a modern dairy-free twist!
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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, shredded
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and salt. Gradually add warm water while stirring, until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough with your hands for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and pliable. Cover the dough with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
In another bowl, mix the refried beans with the shredded vegan cheese until well combined.
Divide the masa dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each into a ball.
Flatten a ball of masa dough into a disc about 1/4 inch thick, creating a small indentation in the center.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the bean and cheese mixture into the indentation. Carefully fold the edges of the dough up and over the filling to encase it fully, then flatten the filled dough into a disc, making sure there are no cracks.
Repeat the process with the remaining masa dough and filling.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with vegetable oil.
Cook the pupusas for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through.
Serve the pupusas hot, typically with curtido (Salvadoran cabbage slaw) and salsa roja for an authentic experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.6 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.0 g | 285% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3927 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.4 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1463 mg | 113% | |
| 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.
