Vegan Pupusas de Frijol con Queso
Savor the authentic taste of Salvadoran cuisine with these Vegan Pupusas de Frijol con Queso, a plant-based twist on the beloved traditional dish. Made with just a handful of ingredients like masa harina, refried black beans, and gooey vegan cheese, these golden, pan-fried delights are packed with flavor and easy to prepare. Each pupusa boasts a crispy exterior and a warm, cheesy-bean filling that’s sure to delight vegans and non-vegans alike. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive addition to any gathering, this recipe is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with curtido (a tangy cabbage slaw) and your favorite salsa for an irresistible meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 1 cup refried black beans
- 1 cup vegan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine masa harina and salt.
Gradually add warm water while mixing with your hands until a smooth and pliable dough forms, about 5 minutes.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the refried black beans and vegan cheese until well combined.
Divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Roll each part into a ball, then flatten it into a disc about 4 inches in diameter.
Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the bean and cheese mixture onto the center of each disc.
Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch to seal, forming a pocket.
Gently flatten the filled dough ball back into a disc, ensuring the filling doesn't spill out.
Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Cook each pupusa for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
Serve hot and enjoy your Vegan Pupusas de Frijol con Queso with curtido (Salvadoran cabbage slaw) and salsa, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 524 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 123 mg | 3% | |
*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.
