Healthy Pupusa Delight
Deliciously Healthy Pupusas for a Balanced Meal

About this recipe
Savor the taste of traditional Salvadoran pupusas with a healthy twist. Our recipe features wholesome ingredients like masa harina, lean ground turkey, and a variety of fresh vegetables, offering a blend of flavors that’s both authentic and nutritious. Perfect for any meal, these pupusas are simple to make and delightful to eat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked and seasoned ground turkey
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced jalapenos
- Oil spray for cooking
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
Directions
- 1
Mix masa harina and warm water in a large bowl to form a dough. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- 2
Divide the dough into 8 equal balls and flatten each into a disc.
- 3
Place a tablespoon of cheese, turkey, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, peppers, and jalapenos onto each disc.
- 4
Fold the dough over the filling, seal the edges, and reshape into a disc.
- 5
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and lightly spray with oil.
- 6
Cook each pupusa for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 7
Serve with salsa and sour cream on the side.
Chef's tip
For a vegetarian version, replace the ground turkey with refried beans or extra vegetables as a filling.
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