Feasting With FARE: Pupusas and Salsa Roja

Ingredients

Pupusas

• 2 cups masa 
• 1 ¾ cups water
• 1 tsp. salt

Filling

• Vegan cheddar cheese
• Caramelized onion
• Refried beans 

Salsa Roja

• 3 garlic cloves
• ½ medium yellow onion
• 1 jalapeno
• 1 tbsp. olive or avocado oil 
• 1 14.5oz can of tomatoes 
• ½ cup vegetable broth
• 1 tsp. dried oregano 
• 1 tsp. cumin 
• 1 tsp. chili powder 
• ¼ tsp. salt 

Instructions

Salsa Roja

1. Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. 
2. Place salsa in a small pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and let reduce down, uncovered for 15 minutes stirring frequently.
3. Set aside.

Pupusas 

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the masa harina and salt, then add the water. Use your hands to mix until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into 8 pieces and roll into balls. 
   1. To form, flatten a ball into a round circle using your hands. Place a dollop of filling in the center and fold the sides in to close. Roll into a ball again and flatten in between your hands. 
2. Heat a skillet to medium heat and spray with cooking oil. 
3. Place 2-3 pupusas on the pan and cook for 2-4 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown. Flip and cook on the other side for 2-4 minutes more, until golden brown and warmed through. Repeat with the remaining pupusas.
4. Serve with the salsa roja.