An iconic dish from El Salvador made vegan-friendly! These Vegan Pupusas are a feast for the senses, combining the delightful texture of masa dough with a rich, flavorful filling of vegan cheese, beans, and sautéed vegetables.
This recipe is Budget-Friendly, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Super Easy, with the main ingredients being Masa Harina, Vegan Cheese, and Black Beans.
Embrace the scrumptiousness of these pupusas at your next family gathering or as a simple meal during the week. The slightly crispy exterior contrasts beautifully with the soft, delicious interior filled with all the vegan goodness.
Vegan Pupusas Recipe
The key to perfect pupusas is in the dough. Make sure it’s pliable and well-rested to get the best texture. Also, the choice of fillings can be flexible to suit your taste buds.
Preparing the Masa Dough
- In a large bowl, mix masa harina and salt.
- Add warm water gradually while kneading with your hands.
- Let the dough rest for about 15-20 minutes covered with a damp cloth.
Making the Filling
- Grate vegan cheese and set aside.
- Prepare cooked, seasoned black beans or refried beans.
- Sauté vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and zucchini.
Assembling and Cooking
- Form balls with the rested dough, about the size of a golf ball.
- Make an indentation and add your choice of fillings.
- Seal and flatten to make a disc shape.
- Cook on a preheated non-stick skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side
Vegan Pupusas
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Masa Dough:
- 2 cups masa harina corn flour for tortillas
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- Vegan cheese grated
- Cooked seasoned black beans or refried beans
- Chopped sautéed vegetables bell peppers, onions, zucchini, etc.
Instructions
- Prepare the Masa Dough: In a large bowl, combine masa harina and salt. Gradually add warm water while kneading the dough until it becomes smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: Grate vegan cheese, and have cooked black beans and sautéed vegetables ready.
- Assemble and Cook: Create small balls with the dough, fill with your choice of fillings, and flatten into a disc. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes on a preheated non-stick skillet.
- Serve: Serve warm, optionally with tomato sauce, salsa, or your favorite vegan sides.