Pork Belly Pupusa Recipe
handmade corn masa, melted cheese, smoked pork belly; with romana salad, house salsa
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Ingredients
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Pupusa Dough
Filling
Romana Salad
House Salsa
Method
Prepare the Pupusa Dough
- 1
Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine masa harina and salt. Gradually add warm water, mixing with your hands until a smooth and pliable dough forms. Let it rest for 20 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.
Prepare the Filling
- 2
Prepare Pork Belly
Cook the smoked pork belly until crispy, then chop it into small pieces. Set aside to cool.
- 3
Combine Filling Ingredients
In a bowl, mix the chopped smoked pork belly with shredded cheese. Set aside.
Assemble and Cook Pupusas
- 4
Form the Pupusas
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a disc, place a spoonful of the filling in the center, and fold the dough over to seal. Gently flatten the pupusas.
- 5
Prepare the Romana Salad
- 6
Mix the Salad
In a bowl, combine romaine lettuce, diced tomato, and sliced red onion. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
Prepare the House Salsa
- 7
Combine Salsa Ingredients
In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt to taste. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes for flavors to meld.
