Pork Pupusas

Ingredients and Weight:

• Masa harina: 1 pound
• Water: 1 1/2 cups
• Ground pork: 1 pound
• Onion, chopped: 1 medium
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Green bell pepper, chopped: 1/2
• Red bell pepper, chopped: 1/2
• Black beans, cooked: 1 cup
• Salsa: 1/2 cup (optional)
• Cheese (cheddar or mozzarella): 1/2 cup (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the masa harina and water. Stir until a dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into 8 equal balls.
3. In a skillet, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned.
4. Add the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
5. Stir in the black beans, salsa (if using), and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Flatten a ball of dough and place a spoonful of the pork filling in the center.
7. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
8. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat.
9. Cook the pupusas for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
10. Serve immediately with cheese (if using) and salsa.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Gluten-free
• Can be customized to taste

User Comments:

• "These pupusas were so delicious! The pork filling was juicy and flavorful, and the masa was perfect."
• "I love that these pupusas are made with masa harina, which makes them gluten-free."
• "I added some cheese to mine and they were even better!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If the dough is too dry, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time.
• If the dough is too wet, add more masa harina 1 tablespoon at a time.
• Be careful not to overcook the pupusas, as they can become dry.