Pupusas

Step 1

Mix the masa harina, water into a dough which is soft but not sticky. Be prepared to add more flour if necessary. If it is too dry, add more water.

Step 2

To make a 3 inch round pupusa, take about half a cup of dough and roll it into a ball. flatten with your hand.

Step 3

Put the filling in the centre [in this case, cheese, cilantro, salt and pepper].

Step 4

Work the edges up over the filling and again form a ball, completely enclosing the filling.

Step 5

Flatten each ball to about 1/4 inch or less and cook the pupusas on a hot, lightly oiled griddle for about 3 minutes per side, or until both sides are lightly browned.

Step 6

Serve warm.