Pupusas with Curtido & Tomato Salsa

Step 1

Toss sliced cabbage with vinegar, 0.5 tsp salt, and let sit 10 min. Stir occasionally.

Step 2

Mix diced tomato, minced onion, pinch of salt & pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 3

Combine masa harina, warm water, and salt in a bowl. Mix with your hands until dough holds together, ~2 min.

Step 4

Let dough rest 5 minutes. It should feel soft like playdough, not sticky.

Step 5

Wet your hands. Scoop 2.5 tbsp dough, flatten into a 3-inch disk, add 1 tbsp filling to center.

Step 6

Fold edges over filling and re-flatten gently to a 0.5-inch-thick disc. Repeat with remaining dough.

Step 7

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

Step 8

Cook 2 pupusas at a time 3–4 min per side until golden brown and lightly crispy.

Step 9

Transfer to a plate; repeat with remaining dough and oil.

Step 10

Serve pupusas hot with curtido and tomato salsa on the side.