Pupusas (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups masa harina.
02 - 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon (optional).
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
04 - 1 1/2 to 2 cups hot water.
05 - 2 tablespoons butter or lard.
06 - Oil for cooking.
07 - 1 cup shredded cheese.
08 - 1 cup refried beans (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - Combine masa harina, bouillon, and salt. Add hot water slowly until dough feels like play-dough. Mix in soft butter.
02 - Split dough into 12 golf-ball sized pieces. Keep covered with damp cloth.
03 - Flatten each ball, add cheese and beans in center. Fold edges over and flatten to 3-inch disk.
04 - Heat griddle with oil. Cook pupusas 3 minutes each side until golden.

# Notes:

01 - Keep hands wet while working.
02 - Wait for crust before flipping.
03 - Make and cook right away.

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