Delicious Pupusas: Traditional Salvadorian Food

🌮Pupusas are a popular everyday food in El Salvador, enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

🍽️Pupusas are made with masa, a type of corn flour, and can be filled with cheese and different types of meats or vegetables.

🔥The pupusas are cooked by pan-frying them until they are crispy and golden brown on the outside.

🌶️Pupusas are traditionally served with a spicy coleslaw and salsa, adding a tangy and flavorful element to the dish.

🥤To complete the meal, try Orchata, a delicious dairy-free drink that pairs perfectly with pupusas.

What is masa?

—Masa is a type of corn flour used to make pupusas. It can be made from scratch or bought as a pre-made product called masa harina.

What fillings can I use for pupusas?

—You can get creative with the fillings for pupusas. Traditional options include cheese, meats like braised pork shoulder, or beans. You can also add vegetables or different types of meats to suit your taste.

Do I need any special equipment to make pupusas?

—No, you don't need any special equipment. All you need is a flat surface to flatten the masa and a frying pan to cook the pupusas.

Is pupusas a gluten-free dish?

—Yes, pupusas can be made gluten-free by using masa made from corn that is not contaminated with gluten. Make sure to check the ingredients of any fillings you use to ensure they are gluten-free as well.

Where can I find pupusas?

—You can find pupusas at local farmer's markets. Chef Arcella sells her delicious pupusas at the Market Square every Thursday and the Lawrenceville Night Market every Tuesday throughout the summer.

00:19Meet Chef Arcella, the owner of Cafe Agnus, as she introduces her family's traditional dish, pupusas.

00:27Pupusas are a staple food in El Salvador and can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

01:58Learn how to make pupusas using masa, a type of corn flour, and fill them with your choice of cheese, meats, or vegetables.

02:33Watch as Chef Arcella demonstrates the technique of folding and flattening the pupusas before cooking them to perfection.

03:23Discover the traditional accompaniments for pupusas, including a spicy coleslaw and a cooked salsa.

03:54Try Orchata, a refreshing dairy-free drink, to complement the flavors of the pupusas.

04:06Learn about Chef Arcella's passion for cooking at farmer's markets and the joy she finds in sharing her delicious pupusas with customers.

05:15Find out where you can taste the authentic pupusas made by Chef Arcella at local farmer's markets throughout the summer.